Are you ready for a rewarding career with growth opportunities? Are you interested in supporting your communities and making a positive difference in people's lives? If so, apply today for a position at the Minnesota Judicial Branch!
The Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility (OLPR), located in downtown St. Paul, seeks a temporary, full?time Law Clerk. The OLPR handles ethics complaints against licensed attorneys. This position supports the work of the Office by performing legal research and writing and limited complaint investigations. Work is performed under the supervision of an attorney. This is a temporary, full-time summer position (approximately May – August). Example of Duties The following are examples of major job duties expected for this position to perform. Assignment of duties may change to meet office demands.
Interview complainants, respondents, and third parties as assigned. Analyze documents and identify what additional evidence is necessary to meet applicable standard of proof for misconduct. Research and analyze case law and statutes pertaining to the underlying substantive area of law. Such other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications Below are the past experiences that will enable success in the role. For education requirements listed, the equivalent number of years of related experience may serve as a substitute.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and current enrollment in and completion of at least one year of law school training at an accredited law school. What You Will Bring
Excellent research and writing skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing and legal research software. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group with people. Salary
The starting hourly rate for this position is $23.60 - $24.84 for external hires, with a full future earning potential of $49,277 - $54,434 annually. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for State of MN employee benefits.
Employee Benefits
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. The employee-paid premium for a full-time employee with single coverage is only $39.66/month for the Minnesota Advantage Health Plan (Download PDF reader) and $13.48/month for the Dental Plan. Click here to learn more about the benefits we offer.
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid. Supplemental Information Position Logistics
This is a temporary, full-time summer position (approximately May – August). The position is eligible for hybrid work, with in-person work required, as needed, to accommodate assignments and business need.
TO APPLY: Visit Complete and submit your online application with resume and cover letter attached by April 12, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of our background check processes.
Why Work for Us?
Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB.
We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another's growth.
It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources via email at .
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
