Law Clerk 1 - Linn County (D6 112032) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4791444) Apply  Law Clerk 1 - Linn County (D6 112032) Salary $55,224.00 Annually Location State of Iowa - See Job Description, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-01936 Agency 444 Judicial Opening Date 02/06/2025 Closing Date 2/16/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-DNP Point of Contact amy.greiner@iowacourts.gov To Apply Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. + Description + Questions Job Description Do you have a passion for helping people? Do you have a positive, service-oriented attitude and can problem solve and multitask? If so, then you are the perfect addition to our team! The Sixth Judicial District has an immediate opening for a Law Clerk 1. Under the direct supervision of the staff attorney, candidates will learn the complexities of our court case processing system using our statewide Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). This position may involve travel to other counties in the district, including Linn, Iowa, Jones, Benton, and Tama Counties. The starting salary for a Law Clerk 1 is $26.55 per hour / $2124.00 biweekly, on an 80-hour per pay period basis. Hours:Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P To Apply: Candidates will need to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise. The following skills and attributes will enable your success in this role: + Excellent communication skills + Knowledge of substantive and procedural law and statutes applicable to jurisdiction of the district court + The ability to draft rulings and orders on judges’ direction + The ability to research substantive legal issues for judges + The ability to assist the Administrative Judge with the motion calendar + The ability to attend court proceedings at the request of the judges + Critical thinking skills + The ability to maintain confidentiality + Detail oriented + The ability to work within a team of law clerks to meet the needs of the judges What’s in it for YOU: + Collaborative, positive work environment + Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn + Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities + Excellent benefits package + Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave + Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan + Employee discount program This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise. Minimum Qualification Requirements + Graduation from an accredited law school is required + High standard of academic excellence and considerable experience in legal research and writing are desirable 01 Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch. + Yes + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq? + Yes + No 03 Please explain any gaps in your employment history? 04 Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below. 05 What is your current salary? 06 What is your minimum salary requirement? 07 List any professional licenses you hold: 08 Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below. + Yes, I consent + No 09 Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 444 Judicial Address Iowa Judicial Branch Building 1111 E Court Ave Des Moines, Iowa, 50319 Website http://www.iowacourts.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email