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The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison – one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and recognized as a 2022Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota and 2023Top Workplace USA – has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively building an internal culture that supports that calling.
Job Details
Working Title: Summer Antitrust Law Clerk
Job Class: Legal Assistant 1
Agency: Attorney General’s Office
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted : 03/17/2023
- Closing Date : 04/13/2023
- Hiring Agency : Attorney General’s Office
- Division : Consumer, Wage, and Antrust Division
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
- Days of Work : Monday – Friday
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Range: $13.92- $21.78/ hourly; $29,050- $45,457/ annually
- Classified Status : Unclassified
- End Date :08/2023
- FLSA Status : Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible : Yes
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : No
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
This law clerk position focuses on antitrust law in food and agriculture markets. The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office is offering law students a unique opportunity to work directly with Assistant Attorneys General and other staff of the AGO and gain hands-on experience including researching legal issues, drafting written product, and reviewing documents.This position allows law students to develop professional skills and expand their knowledge while performing meaningful and challenging work focused on antitrust issues in food and agriculture markets. We require our law clerks to assume a significant amount of responsibility over their files and put forth the very best work on behalf of the public. Although the Minnesota Farmers Union Foundation sponsors this position, the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office directs the work of the law clerk, and the Minnesota Farmers Union does not have knowledge of and is not involved in the investigatory work of the clerk. The clerk will have the option of working with the Minnesota Farmers Union and other partners on legal education.
Applicants should be prepared to work 40hours a weekduring a ten/twelve-week period beginning in June. Law Clerks will receive a salary of $20/hour.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office is committed to building the best public law office in the nation. In order to reach that goal, we seek law students from diverse backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and skills, and a sincere interest in serving the public.First, second, and third-year students are eligible for this law clerk position.
All resumes submitted should clearly show the following qualifications:
- Current student in good standing with an accredited law school
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills ( Applicants must include a writing sample of up to 5 pages with a cover letter to be considered for this position – upload documents within application.)
- Ability to:
- Adapt in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment
- Show excellent judgement, character, and work ethic
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 20 pounds
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:
- SEMA4 Records Check (state employment records)
- Criminal History Check
- Employment Reference Check
- Education/License Verification
Application Details
Why Work For Us
Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the topof this page. A cover letter with a writing sample (up to five pages) is required. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 .
For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or 651/757-1279 .
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance you need.