Law Clerk, Washington County, For The Honorable Siv Mjanger

Salary: $65,229.00 - $78,279.00 Annually
Location : Stillwater, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: FY24061
Department: Tenth Judicial District
Opening Date: 03/20/2024
Description
The Minnesota Judicial Branch (MJB) is committed to providing fair and equal access to justice. If you share this same commitment, desire a meaningful career serving the public, and want the opportunity to make a difference for your community, consider a career with us.
Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Law Clerk! The Tenth Judicial District is accepting applications for a Law Clerk I/District Law Clerkfor the Honorable Siv Mjanger, who is chambered at the Washington County Courthouse located in Stillwater, MN. A District Court Law Clerk position offers the opportunity to work within the Minnesota Judicial Branch at the Trial Court Level, and gain insight into judicial and court processes, with a court perspective on the administration of justice.
Law Clerks work directly with a District Court Judge performing professional legal research, preparation of memoranda, opinions, and orders and related clerical/administrative work. This position supports the functions of a District Court Judge to uphold the court's mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases and controversies.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes benefits, ten paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, professional development opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. The employee-paid premium for a full-time employee with single coverage is only $39.66/month for the and $13.48/month for the Dental Plan. To learn more about the benefits we offer, go and click on the Employee Benefits tab.
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. To learn more about working for the Minnesota Judicial Branch, watch this video.
Example of Duties
The following are examples of major job duties expected of this position.

• Reviews, studies, researches, and annotates laws, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and related legal authorities.
• Prepares briefs, legal memoranda, and statement of issues involved, including appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the justice or judge.
• Compiles references on laws and decisions necessary for legal determinations.
• Confers with justice, judge, or court official concerning legal questions, construction of documents and granting of orders.
• Attends court sessions to hear oral arguments and records necessary case information; maintain records attendant to court proceedings.
• May perform courtroom duties including calling the calendar; swearing in jury panels and witness; taking court minutes; and assisting in various court proceedings such as arraignments, motions, hearings, pre-trial conferences and trials.
• Administrative duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications
Minimum Education Requirements
Law Clerk I (Starting salary is $23.60/hour)

• 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 a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).

Law Clerk (Starting salary is $31.24/hour)

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• An attorney who has taken and passed the Minnesota Bar Exam is preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements

• Knowledge of general law, state law, established precedent, and sources of legal reference.
• Knowledge of court practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and concepts.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to research complex legal problems or questions and apply legal principles.
• Ability to represent the court in a respectful manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Skill in the operation of a personal computer with work processing and legal research software.

Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a courtroom.
Supplemental Information
Local Information:
The Tenth Judicial District is a part of the Minnesota Judicial Branch and covers the 8 Counties in the Northern Suburbs of the Twin Cities Metro Area.
Instructions to Apply:
Please apply for this position online by clicking the Apply link near the top of this page. (For instructions on creating and submitting your online application, click on the How to Apply link in the left-hand menu at the top of this page). This position will be accepting applications and interviewing until the role is filled.
In addition to completing the online application, all applicants must upload and attach a resume, brief writing samples (5-7 pages), and law school transcripts.
All employment offers may be rescinded if the required criminal background check identifies job related convictions.
Contact Information:
Please contact the Tenth District Human Resources Department with questions regarding this posting via email at 10thDistrictHumanResources@courts.state.mn.us.
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 at 10thDistrictHumanResources@courts.state.mn.us.
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employee. It is the policy of the 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.
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. We also offer many opportunities for your continued career growth through development opportunities, supporting your long-term success at the branch.
We are proud to offer these benefits to compensate our employees for the excellent work they do for the cause of justice in Minnesota.
Our wide-ranging benefits package includes the following components:
Health & Wellness
Medical Insurance

• The employee-paid premium for the is only $38.50/month for a full-time employee with single coverage, or $262.66 for family coverage
• Employees can choose from three different carriers: Blue Cross/Blue Shield Minnesota, Health Partners, or Preferred One
• The and the for the Advantage Health Plan are on the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) site
• helps employees manage weight loss and reduce risk factors for type 2 diabetes, and , a benefit that reduces out-of-pocket costs for diabetes-related medical treatment
• Employees may also choose a
• Pharmacy benefits provided by CVS Caremark

Dental Insurance

• The employee-paid premium for this plan is only $13.50/month for a full-time employee with single coverage, or $55.40 for family coverage
• Employees can choose from two carriers: or the
• The and the are on the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) site

Vision Insurance

• The employee-paid premium for this plan is only $5.76/month for a full-time employee with single coverage, or $16.54 for family coverag
• Additional information on can be found on the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) site

Pre-Tax Spending Accounts

• Contributions to pre-tax accounts are taken from your paycheck before taxes are deducted, and since you pay less in taxes, your net income may be increased.
• Use to pay eligible medical and dental expenses, eligible dependent day care expenses, and transit expenses including parking and bus passes. Other benefits may vary by location.

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability

Paid Sick Leave

• Eligible full-time employees accrue sick leave at four hours per two-week pay period
• Sick leave may be used for purposes such as medical and dental appointments, maternity leave, illness or injury for certain family members

Retirement Benefits
Pension

• In addition to your contribution, the Minnesota Judicial Branch contributes 6.25% of your annual salary to your pension, administered by the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS). Employees are fully vested in their pension after three years of employment at MJB.

Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan

• Retirement saving plan in addition to your pension plan

Health Care Saving Plan

• Post-employment health care saving plan that can be used to pay for medical expenses

Work & Life Balance
Paid holidays

• 11 paid holidays, including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
• Additional floating holidays may also be offered

Paid vacation leave

• In addition to paid sick leave, employees accrue generous paid time off that increases with years of service.

Paid Parental Leave

• Eligible employees may receive up to six weeks of paid time off following the birth or placement of a child.

Employee Assistance Program

• Our no-cost provides health coaching, worksite wellness initiatives, financial planning assistance, and several free counseling sessions for personal or professional use for employees and their families.

Additional Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• 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 and the

Professional Development

• Participation in conferences, cohort developmental programs, and other educational offerings
• Tuition reimbursement program

Eligibility for is determined by employment status (i.e. full-time, part-time, intermittent, or temporary) as well as other job details (e.g. bargaining unit, supervisory status, etc.). Please ask Human Resources or the hiring contact about benefits at any time during the application process.
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Have you graduated from an accredited law school?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "No" to question #1, please provide anticipated graduation date.
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Why are you interested in a judicial clerkship?
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Please list any special honors, awards, or activities in law school.
Required Question