Law Clerk
Salary:
$24.
00 HourlyLocation :
Various Throughout Dakota County, MNJob Type:
Part-Time TemporaryRemote Employment:
Flexible/HybridJob Number:
51250.
23.
002Department:
County AttorneyOpening Date:
08/11/2023Closing Date:
9/5/2023 4:
30 PM CentralGeneral Description POSTING TYPE:
Open-competitiveDEPARTMENT:
County AttorneyHOURS:
Part-timeHOURLY SALARY:
$24.
00LOCATION:
Northern Service Center in West St.
PaulUNION:
NoneCLOSE DATE:
4:
30 pm on September 5, 2023What You'll Do Law Student Practitioner works under attorney supervision to conduct legal research, prepare legal research memos and documents and represent Dakota County where permitted.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office has four divisions.
The divisions include:
Civil, Adult Criminal, Child Support Enforcement, and Juvenile, Protective Services & Appellate.
Law Clerks work in our Service Centers in West St Paul (Child Support) or Hastings (all other divisions).
We are currently accepting applicants for a vacancy in the Child Support Enforcement Division.
The department is asking that all candidates submit a resume, cover letter and a 3-4 page writing sample before submitting their application.
Work hours are variable based on the candidate's availability (school schedule) and County Attorney Office needs.
Typically during the academic year, work hours do not exceed 20 hours/week.
Full-time hours may be available in the summer.
Who We AreDakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents.
Our motto is Be More and we strive every day to achieve excellence in public service, with a focus on four values:
Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office welcomes and is inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and perspectives.
The Office aims to reflect the community and clients it serves and fosters an equitable and respectful working environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves.
Minimum Qualifications oCompletion of one year of law school by May 31, 2023ANDoEligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules by August 31, 2023 ANDoAbility to pass a fingerprint-based background check Duties & Responsibilities 1.
Conduct legal research and prepare written memoranda.
2.
Draft motions, pleadings and various legal documents.
3.
Represent the State and/or Dakota County in court hearings as a Law Student Practitioner under attorney supervision.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment Knowledge or interest in case law and procedures in the applicable division for which hired Ability to perform basic legal research and writing Ability to analyze legal issues by applying the facts to applicable law.
Ability to represent legal arguments both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged communications Ability to work under pressure Ability to think independently Ability to use discretion in making independent judgments in dealing with the public and department heads or their representatives Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and to maintain harmonious working relationships with others Willingness to learn and improve.
Work EnvironmentWork is primarily sedentary and is usually accomplished while incumbent is comfortably seated at a desk or table.
Some walking and standing may occur in the course of a normal workday or in connection with attendance at meetings and conferences, or while researching files.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components for extended periods of time.
Location & ScheduleThis is a hybrid position that offers a mix of telework and in-person work at our Northern Service Center in West St.
Paul, MN.
Work is performed Monday through Friday during regular business hours (8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
)Selection Process You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions We assign you a score based on your qualifications Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration We conduct interviews and extend an offer.
We conduct background and reference checks before hiring.
Please note:
This position is being posted by Dakota County as a service to this agency.
Any applications submitted for this position are an expressed interest of employment with the agency and will in no way be considered an expressed interest of employment with Dakota County.
Dakota County benefits are not applicable.
01 Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials.
It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills.
They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions.
Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge.
Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years.
02 Identify the areas of law that you are interested in working in (check all that apply):
Adult Criminal Child Support Enforcement Civil Juvenile, Protective Services & Appellate 03 Are you a current law student at an accredited law school? Yes No 04 Will you have completed at least one year of law school by May 31, 2023? Yes No 05 Will you be eligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules by August 31, 2023? Yes No 06 Are you able to pass a fingerprint-based background check? Yes No 07 Do you have work or volunteer experience conducting legal research and preparing written memoranda? Yes No 08 Do you have work or volunteer experience drafting motions, pleadings and various legal documents? Yes No 09 Have you attached a resume, cover letter and a writing sample? If not, go back and add it before submitting your application.
Yes No 10 Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position.
Please select the one source that most closely describes how you first learned about this opportunity.
Facebook Friend, Family or Colleague InDeed Job Fair or Dakota County Event Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County JobsInMinneapolis/StPaul League of Minnesota Cities LinkedIn Minneapolis Diversity.
com Minnesota Diversity.
com Minnesota Works Website Minnesota Jobs Network.
com Minnesota Association of Counties Monster Professional Association Website Referred by a Dakota County Employee St Paul Diversity.
com College Website, Instructor, Career Services Dakota County Website Other 11 If you selected Other, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County.
Required Question Recommended Skills Communication Confidentiality Curiosity Memos Stress Management Computer Keyboards Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$24.
00 HourlyLocation :
Various Throughout Dakota County, MNJob Type:
Part-Time TemporaryRemote Employment:
Flexible/HybridJob Number:
51250.
23.
002Department:
County AttorneyOpening Date:
08/11/2023Closing Date:
9/5/2023 4:
30 PM CentralGeneral Description POSTING TYPE:
Open-competitiveDEPARTMENT:
County AttorneyHOURS:
Part-timeHOURLY SALARY:
$24.
00LOCATION:
Northern Service Center in West St.
PaulUNION:
NoneCLOSE DATE:
4:
30 pm on September 5, 2023What You'll Do Law Student Practitioner works under attorney supervision to conduct legal research, prepare legal research memos and documents and represent Dakota County where permitted.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office has four divisions.
The divisions include:
Civil, Adult Criminal, Child Support Enforcement, and Juvenile, Protective Services & Appellate.
Law Clerks work in our Service Centers in West St Paul (Child Support) or Hastings (all other divisions).
We are currently accepting applicants for a vacancy in the Child Support Enforcement Division.
The department is asking that all candidates submit a resume, cover letter and a 3-4 page writing sample before submitting their application.
Work hours are variable based on the candidate's availability (school schedule) and County Attorney Office needs.
Typically during the academic year, work hours do not exceed 20 hours/week.
Full-time hours may be available in the summer.
Who We AreDakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents.
Our motto is Be More and we strive every day to achieve excellence in public service, with a focus on four values:
Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation.
The Dakota County Attorney's Office welcomes and is inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and perspectives.
The Office aims to reflect the community and clients it serves and fosters an equitable and respectful working environment where everyone is empowered to be their authentic selves.
Minimum Qualifications oCompletion of one year of law school by May 31, 2023ANDoEligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules by August 31, 2023 ANDoAbility to pass a fingerprint-based background check Duties & Responsibilities 1.
Conduct legal research and prepare written memoranda.
2.
Draft motions, pleadings and various legal documents.
3.
Represent the State and/or Dakota County in court hearings as a Law Student Practitioner under attorney supervision.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment Knowledge or interest in case law and procedures in the applicable division for which hired Ability to perform basic legal research and writing Ability to analyze legal issues by applying the facts to applicable law.
Ability to represent legal arguments both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged communications Ability to work under pressure Ability to think independently Ability to use discretion in making independent judgments in dealing with the public and department heads or their representatives Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and to maintain harmonious working relationships with others Willingness to learn and improve.
Work EnvironmentWork is primarily sedentary and is usually accomplished while incumbent is comfortably seated at a desk or table.
Some walking and standing may occur in the course of a normal workday or in connection with attendance at meetings and conferences, or while researching files.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components for extended periods of time.
Location & ScheduleThis is a hybrid position that offers a mix of telework and in-person work at our Northern Service Center in West St.
Paul, MN.
Work is performed Monday through Friday during regular business hours (8:
00 a.
m.
to 4:
30 p.
m.
)Selection Process You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions We assign you a score based on your qualifications Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration We conduct interviews and extend an offer.
We conduct background and reference checks before hiring.
Please note:
This position is being posted by Dakota County as a service to this agency.
Any applications submitted for this position are an expressed interest of employment with the agency and will in no way be considered an expressed interest of employment with Dakota County.
Dakota County benefits are not applicable.
01 Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials.
It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills.
They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions.
Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge.
Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years.
02 Identify the areas of law that you are interested in working in (check all that apply):
Adult Criminal Child Support Enforcement Civil Juvenile, Protective Services & Appellate 03 Are you a current law student at an accredited law school? Yes No 04 Will you have completed at least one year of law school by May 31, 2023? Yes No 05 Will you be eligible for certification under the Supervised Practice Rules by August 31, 2023? Yes No 06 Are you able to pass a fingerprint-based background check? Yes No 07 Do you have work or volunteer experience conducting legal research and preparing written memoranda? Yes No 08 Do you have work or volunteer experience drafting motions, pleadings and various legal documents? Yes No 09 Have you attached a resume, cover letter and a writing sample? If not, go back and add it before submitting your application.
Yes No 10 Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position.
Please select the one source that most closely describes how you first learned about this opportunity.
Facebook Friend, Family or Colleague InDeed Job Fair or Dakota County Event Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County JobsInMinneapolis/StPaul League of Minnesota Cities LinkedIn Minneapolis Diversity.
com Minnesota Diversity.
com Minnesota Works Website Minnesota Jobs Network.
com Minnesota Association of Counties Monster Professional Association Website Referred by a Dakota County Employee St Paul Diversity.
com College Website, Instructor, Career Services Dakota County Website Other 11 If you selected Other, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County.
Required Question Recommended Skills Communication Confidentiality Curiosity Memos Stress Management Computer Keyboards Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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