LAW CLERK
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Description: Clark County, NV is presently looking of LAW CLERK right now, this vacancy will be dwelled in Nevada. For complete informations about this vacancy opportunity kindly see the descriptions. The successful candidate will start at the minimum of the salary range unless otherwise approved by the County Manager.
THIS EXAMINATION WILL ESTABLISH AN OPEN COMPETITIVE AND PROMOTIONAL LIST TO FILL ONE YEAR TERM! POSITIONS STARTING AUGUST 2013.
This recruitment may be used to fill term (limited-permanent) positions. The selected candidates may be hired to fill one-year term positions and sign a term of employment letter specifying conditions and exact dates of employment. At the descretion of the District Attorney, the term may be extended up to a maximum of two one-year terms. The successful candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment.
RESUME REQUIREMENT: In order to be considered for this recruitment, candidates are required to submit a resume at time of application.
SCORING: Your score will be determined by a training and experience rating of the completed application package. You will receive 50 points for meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed on your application. After these requirements are met, a review of your application, resume, and supplemental attachment will be completed with up to ! an additional 50 points awarded based on the following criteri! a:
- Bar exams candidate has successfully passed (Up to 2 points)
- Ranking of law school attended by candidate (Up to 5 points)
- Class standing of candidate in law school (Up to 6 points)
- Law Review/Trial Advocacy/Moot Court/Mock Trial Participation (Up to 8 points)
- Prosecutorial or judicial clerkship/internship/externship (Up to 8 points)
- Experience trying jury trials to final verdict (Up to 2 points)
- Length and type of legal experience (Up to 3 points)
- Other significant experience/factors (Up to 9 points)
- Personal narrative (Up to 7 points)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited law school or university! at the time of appointment. Full-time experience in performing legal research and/or writing legal opinions or documents is desirable. (Note: Applications may be submitted for consideration during the last year of law school.)
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post offer background check for positions within the District Attorney's Office. Periodically, after employment, background investigations may be conducted.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Researches applicable legal and factual issues using computerized techniques and/or law library materials at the direction of an attorney or judge.! Interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authoriti! es in the preparation of briefs, pleadings and other legal papers. Drafts memoranda, opinions and other documents related to findings on specific cases or issues. Researches and explains departmental, County and State procedures to attorneys and departmental support staff. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Maintains accurate records and files; prepares a variety of records and reports as assigned. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work. May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these phy! sical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Clark County, NV.
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This vacancy will be started on: Tue, 16 Oct 2012 09:47:58 GMT