COURT LAW CLERK

THE SALARY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED AND IS NOW REFLECTED IN THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.

The Clark County Justice Court- Las Vegas Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Court Law Clerk position. As a member of our team, you will research applicable legal and factual issues using computerized techniques and / or law library materials at the direction of a judge. You will interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents. You will draft memoranda, opinions, and other documents related to findings on specific cases or issues. Additionally, you will research and explain Departmental, County, and State procedures to attorneys and departmental support staff. This position supports judiciary and court administration by performing legal research and drafting legal documents. You will attend court sessions and research, interpret, and analyze statutes and court precedents on specific issues before the Justice Court- Las Vegas.

This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application is received and reviewed by Human Resources. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and / or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

This position is confidential and excluded from membership in the union. NOTE : A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate's resume are incomplete and will not be considered. You may also be asked to submit a law school transcript.

Education and Experience :

Graduation from an accredited law school or university is required. Full-time experience in performing legal research and / or writing legal opinions or documents is desirable.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Background Investigation :

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment, background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship :

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note , Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing :

Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

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