Law Clerk

This position will be available in August 2026. This is a full-time, FLSA-exempt position with the First Judicial District Court, located in Carson City. Under general supervision, the role supports judicial and attorney staff by performing legal research, project coordination, and related duties as a law school graduate before or after passing the State Bar Exam.

This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

• 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 authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings and other legal papers.
• Drafts memoranda, opinions and other documents related to findings on specific cases or issues.
• Attends court hearings, trials, arraignments, etc., as required.
• Researches and explains departmental, City 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 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 motor vehicle.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Education And Experience

Graduation from an accredited law school or university; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Required Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations

• Valid Driver's License.

Knowledge Of

Methods and techniques of legal research and investigation;
Judicial procedure and rules of evidence;
Applicable laws, codes and regulations;
Computer applications, particularly as related to the performance of legal research;
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment;
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation;
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

Skill In

• Researching, interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, regulations and court decisions.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Compiling and summarizing information and preparing periodic or special reports related to the work of the court or department to which assigned.
• Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.

Under general supervision. Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives governed by specific work methods and a sequence of steps. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, stamina to sit for extended periods, strength to lift up to 20 pounds, vision to read printed materials, hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone, exposure to traffic conditions when traveling between offices.

• Unclassified employees are at "At Will" and as such, may be terminated at any time for any reason, or no reason.
• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
• Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
• New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation and a drug screen which costs $36.50. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
• Carson City participates in E-Verify and will…