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Location : Akron, OH
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2023-O-53-093
Department: Law Department
Opening Date: 10/06/2023
Closing Date: 12/15/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Definition
This is entrance level aid work in municipal law.
An employee in this class assists a professional legal staff by writing briefs and performing legal research.
Works under the direction of an Assistant Director of Law.
Characteristic Work
Prepares legal arguments including established precedents in cases involving the City of Akron. Does legal research and prepares legal briefs. Locates and interviews witnesses. Files required legal documents with the governmental agency involved in the court action. Obtains necessary documents from involved agency as required for proper, adequate court action. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an accredited law school and must possess a Legal Intern Certificate or be eligible to obtain it.
Knowledge of interrelationships of government agencies.
Ability to present concise logical arguments orally and in writing.
Competitive Examination Process
Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.
NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720.
Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender.
The City of Akron is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.
Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation.
City of Akron permanent, full-time employees and their eligible dependents are covered by a comprehensive health plan including emergency accident care, inpatient hospitalization, surgical, diagnostic services, outpatient services, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision and life insurance.
Paid time off benefits may include paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave or paid leave.
All non-safety force employees are members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
For additional information regarding benefits, contact the Employee Benefits Division at 330-375-2700.
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Are you currently enrolled in an accredited law school?
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Have you completed at least two-thirds of the total hourly credits required for graduation from law school?
Required Question
Location : Akron, OH
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2023-O-53-093
Department: Law Department
Opening Date: 10/06/2023
Closing Date: 12/15/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Definition
This is entrance level aid work in municipal law.
An employee in this class assists a professional legal staff by writing briefs and performing legal research.
Works under the direction of an Assistant Director of Law.
Characteristic Work
Prepares legal arguments including established precedents in cases involving the City of Akron. Does legal research and prepares legal briefs. Locates and interviews witnesses. Files required legal documents with the governmental agency involved in the court action. Obtains necessary documents from involved agency as required for proper, adequate court action. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in an accredited law school and must possess a Legal Intern Certificate or be eligible to obtain it.
Knowledge of interrelationships of government agencies.
Ability to present concise logical arguments orally and in writing.
Competitive Examination Process
Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.
NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720.
Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender.
The City of Akron is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.
Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation.
City of Akron permanent, full-time employees and their eligible dependents are covered by a comprehensive health plan including emergency accident care, inpatient hospitalization, surgical, diagnostic services, outpatient services, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision and life insurance.
Paid time off benefits may include paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave or paid leave.
All non-safety force employees are members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
For additional information regarding benefits, contact the Employee Benefits Division at 330-375-2700.
01
Are you currently enrolled in an accredited law school?
- Yes
- No
02
Have you completed at least two-thirds of the total hourly credits required for graduation from law school?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
