Working Title: Law Clerk (Consumer - Social Media/Wellbeing Report) - Fall 2024

Job Class: Legal Assistant 1 (LA1)

Agency: Attorney General's Office

• Job ID : 77867

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Limited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 06/25/2024

• Closing Date : 07/10/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Attorney General's Office

• Division/Unit : Consumer Division

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $20.00 / hourly

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

• End Date : 12/01/2024

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Office is currently seeking a Law Clerk in the Consumer Division of the Office. 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.

This position focuses on assisting Assistant Attorneys General with researching and drafting a second report to the Legislature - due in February 2025 - about the effects of new and emerging technologies on the well-being of Minnesotans. This second report will follow up on the Office’s first report (chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https:/www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Reports/EmergingTechnology.pdf) released in February 2024, which made six policy recommendations to the Legislature and resulted in the enactment of the Prohibiting Social Media Manipulation Act, 2024 Minn. Laws, chapter 114, article 3, sections 63-67 (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/laws/2024/0/Session+Law/Chapter/114/) during the last legislative session. Specifically, the second report will update the existing legislative landscape, build on the research of the last report, and update policy recommendations to the Legislature for additional steps Minnesota can take to protect the public from the negative effects associated with new and emerging technologies, including social media.

The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office is offering law students a unique opportunity to work directly with Assistant Attorneys General, as well as Dr. Ravi Iyer, a technologist and academic psychologist who is currently the managing director of USC Marshall School’s Neely Center for Ethical Leadership and Decision Making, who will continue to provide his expertise and help write this second report. Law students will 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 on a cutting-edge issue that is impacting the public’s health and safety.

Applicants should be prepared to work 20 hours a week during a ten/twelve-week period beginning in September. Law Clerks will receive a salary of $20 per hour. This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current student in good standing with an accredited law school

• Strong academic credentials

• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills (writing sample of up to five pages required)

• Ability to:

• Adapt in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment

• Show excellent judgement, character, and work ethic

IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages) in one document.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 25 pounds

Additional Requirements

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

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 is needed.