District Court Law Clerk - Stearns County, Judge Heidi Schultz

Expand your court experience or begin your legal career as a District Court Law Clerk gaining experience in multiple areas of law! Learn directly from a Judge and collaborate with other Law Clerks while helping to provide fair and equal access to justice for Minnesotans.

 

Judge Heidi Schultz is seeking a motivated, self-driven, professional to serve as a judicial law clerk. Law Clerks work directly with the District Court Judge performing professional legal research, preparing memoranda, opinions, and orders, and performing related administrative work. This position provides support for the functions of a 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.

You’ll be able to use your legal research and writing skills, work as part of a judge team, and observe all types of court calendars and proceedings. Law Clerks have the opportunity to work on a variety of assignments and observe different types of court proceedings including criminal, civil, probate, family, juvenile, and conciliation cases. The primary work location will be a located in Stearns County, St. Cloud, MN. However, flexibility for remote and hybrid options may be available.

Law Clerks work mostly business hours, Monday through Friday, and receive a competitive total rewards package from the Minnesota Judicial Branch including paid vacation and sick leave, 10 paid holidays per year, low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, and multiple ways to save for retirement. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is a participating Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

Example Of Duties:

The caseload involves all types of cases and issues. In addition to traditional duties of research and writing, you will be expected to interact with a variety of stakeholders and participants, manage conciliation court, and develop the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully participate in a court proceeding.

Typical Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited law school.
• 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, including attorneys and pro se parties.
• 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 the Judge, judicial team and others.
• Familiarity with Microsoft products, including legal research software is preferred.
• Law Clerks are at-will employees and the work is performed under the supervision of a District Court Judge.
• Work is performed primarily in an office setting or a courtroom.

This Position Offers:

• The opportunity to work closely with and build relationships among fellow law clerks, judges, and attorneys;
• The chance to strengthen and refine your legal research and writing skills;
• A supportive environment where you’ll benefit from the guidance of an experienced judicial team;
• A reasonable work schedule that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.

Supplemental Information:

Primary work is conducted in an office or courtroom setting

• This position will remain open until filled. 
• Current judicial branch employees must have satisfactory performance in all competencies in their most recent performance evaluation and no discipline above an oral reprimand in the preceding 6 months.

Full State of Minnesota Benefit package. District court law clerks will be placed within the pay range based upon post law school graduation legal work experience. In addition to completing the online application, please upload and attach your resume, transcripts and writing sample (no more than 10 pages)

Why Work for Us? 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.​ We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth. ​

Employee Benefits 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. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. 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 Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

Equal Employment Opportunity ​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 7th8th.HumanResources@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the​ policy of the Minnesota Judicial 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.​
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