Post-Bar Law Clerk

Introduction

This recruitment is being conducted to fill upcoming temporary opportunities in the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office. Eligible applicants are those scheduled to graduate from law school in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 (or later), and who plan to take an upcoming California Bar Examination.

The San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office is looking for hard working people eager to work in a progressive office and have a passion for the community and the District Attorney's mission.

THE MISSION OF THE SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE IS OUR COMMUNITY:
We are dedicated to upholding a healthy, fair and just society. We are committed to leading San Joaquin County by education, prevention, investigation, prosecution and rehabilitation, as provided by law, with justice for all.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background:
Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process.

The County pays for the initial drug screen.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE:

All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

TYPICAL DUTIES

* Examines and interprets evidence; checks questions of law and evidence.

* Aids in the preparation of trial briefs and in the organization of investigations.

* Studies, interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions, and briefs.

* Confers with investigators regarding the collection of facts; makes investigations to collect facts; locates witnesses and parties.

* Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from a recognized school of law.

Eligible applicants are those scheduled to graduate from law school in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 (or later), and who plan to take an upcoming California Bar Examination

Note:

Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application.

KNOWLEDGE

Some knowledge of the principles of law and their application. Some knowledge of trial procedures and the rules of evidence. Some knowledge of legal research methods and the preparation of briefs and opinions. Some knowledge of county government functions and legal responsibilities.

ABILITY

Analyze, apply legal principles, facts, evidence, and precedents to legal problems. Ability to present statements of law, fact and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form. Ability to present statements of law, fact and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and cooperative relationships with fellow staff members, departmental representatives, and the general public.

Ability to perform research and prepare legal opinions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Selection Procedures

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation:
Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at  prior to the examination date.

Physical Exam:
Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam:
Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the…