Law Clerk (Temporary)
City of Bloomington, Bloomington, MN, United States
The City of Bloomington is seeking a law clerk to provide skilled and confidential legal support for the attorneys in its in-house Legal Department. The City’s Legal Department has a Civil Division (four attorneys), Criminal Division (six attorneys), and Compliance Division (one attorney), plus support staff for each division. The law clerk will work under the direction of a supervising attorney.
*A law student will be hired to work as a law clerk for an eight to ten-week period. The student must be available at least 20 hours per week and up to 40 hours per week from June through August.*
City Values & Expectations
Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self‑awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
Embraces the City’s shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly
Essential Duties
Conducts legal research as assigned, examining applicable legal authority and providing analysis of legal issues
Reads applicable statutes, case law, regulations, or legislative history regarding the assigned issue
Analyzes legal issues and arguments
Suggests courses of action and alternative courses of action based on legal research and analysis
Drafts legal memoranda and summaries, providing comprehensive legal analysis and recommendations for a course of action
Assists the Civil Division with drafting City ordinances, resolutions, and policies
Assists the Criminal Division with drafting motions, pleadings, and memoranda
Assists with reviewing City contracts and agreements for consistency with legal requirements and City policies
Attends client meetings, meetings with external parties, enforcement hearings, criminal hearings/trials, and/or public meetings, as requested by supervising attorney
Reviews and summarizes state and federal legislation impacting the City and its operations
Other duties, as assigned by supervising attorney
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required
Ability to function and perform assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to successfully complete work assignments in a timely manner and that are of a high quality
Ability to efficiently perform legal research utilizing appropriate print and electronic research tools
Ability to apply oral and written communication skills to present research, analysis, and advice to Legal Department attorneys
Ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory schemes involving federal, state, and municipal laws, ordinances, and regulations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Legal Department attorneys and support staff as well as clients, colleagues, and external parties
Ability to maintain confidentiality of Legal Department information. Ability to use discretion relating to work material and assignments in a confidential manner as necessary and to exercise appropriate judgment in their release or presentation
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in law school, having completed at least two semesters of coursework
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures involved in legal research
Skill in applying fundamental legal principles, rules, concepts, precedents, and cases in addressing legal issues and problems
Supervision of Others
This position does not supervise others.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.64 – $23.41 Hourly
2026 Full Salary Range: $21.64 – $25.32 Hourly
Full‑Time Temporary; Non‑Exempt; Non‑Union; Benefits Ineligible
The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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*A law student will be hired to work as a law clerk for an eight to ten-week period. The student must be available at least 20 hours per week and up to 40 hours per week from June through August.*
City Values & Expectations
Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self‑awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
Embraces the City’s shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly
Essential Duties
Conducts legal research as assigned, examining applicable legal authority and providing analysis of legal issues
Reads applicable statutes, case law, regulations, or legislative history regarding the assigned issue
Analyzes legal issues and arguments
Suggests courses of action and alternative courses of action based on legal research and analysis
Drafts legal memoranda and summaries, providing comprehensive legal analysis and recommendations for a course of action
Assists the Civil Division with drafting City ordinances, resolutions, and policies
Assists the Criminal Division with drafting motions, pleadings, and memoranda
Assists with reviewing City contracts and agreements for consistency with legal requirements and City policies
Attends client meetings, meetings with external parties, enforcement hearings, criminal hearings/trials, and/or public meetings, as requested by supervising attorney
Reviews and summarizes state and federal legislation impacting the City and its operations
Other duties, as assigned by supervising attorney
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required
Ability to function and perform assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to successfully complete work assignments in a timely manner and that are of a high quality
Ability to efficiently perform legal research utilizing appropriate print and electronic research tools
Ability to apply oral and written communication skills to present research, analysis, and advice to Legal Department attorneys
Ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory schemes involving federal, state, and municipal laws, ordinances, and regulations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Legal Department attorneys and support staff as well as clients, colleagues, and external parties
Ability to maintain confidentiality of Legal Department information. Ability to use discretion relating to work material and assignments in a confidential manner as necessary and to exercise appropriate judgment in their release or presentation
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in law school, having completed at least two semesters of coursework
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures involved in legal research
Skill in applying fundamental legal principles, rules, concepts, precedents, and cases in addressing legal issues and problems
Supervision of Others
This position does not supervise others.
Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.64 – $23.41 Hourly
2026 Full Salary Range: $21.64 – $25.32 Hourly
Full‑Time Temporary; Non‑Exempt; Non‑Union; Benefits Ineligible
The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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