This is a temporary, non-exempt position. Interviews are anticipated to be on March 19th, 2026.
Pay and Benefits
The Anoka County Attorney’s Office is a large professional law firm with a collegial environment where employees are part of a team and support each other in the mission of the office and in day-to-day work. In addition, we offer the following:
Typical hiring rate of $25.00 per hour
Advancement/ professional development opportunities.
Work Location
This position is located at the Anoka County Government Center in Anoka.
Most work is conducted on site at the Anoka County Government Center and the attached Courthouse.
Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Schedule may vary based on business needs and supervisory approval.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Law Clerk.
Represent the State of Minnesota in court hearings and court proceedings.
Coordinate legal efforts for attorneys.
Write and review legal documents.
Maintain legal documentation database.
Schedule meetings and legal clinics. Ensure necessary materials are prepared beforehand.
Conduct legal research.
Proofread and cite-check briefs and other materials.
Assist with preparation and filing of court papers, depositions, interviews, hearings, and client meetings.
Organize and maintain physical and digital case files.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
Must be currently enrolled in good standing at an accredited Law School.
Eligible for Certification under the Minnesota Supervised Practice rules.
Completion of one year of Law School by June of 2026.
Successfully pass criminal history background check which includes fingerprinting.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a legal environment and/or working with the public
Experience drafting, cite-checking, and correcting legal briefs
Experience managing medium to large-scale document productions
Knowledge and competency with case management software
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
Work is performed in a professional legal office setting. Some field work may be required.
Standard office environment, courtrooms, travel to various county work sites and meetings as needed.
Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Selection Process
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.
Pre-employment Requirements
Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
About Anoka County
As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.
Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment
Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.
If you require accommodations or have any other questions regarding this job posting, please call the Anoka County Human Resources Department at 763-324-4300 and reference the posting title and number. If you have questions about the hiring process, please visit:
https://www.anokacountymn.gov/4411/Application-Process
Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy: https://www.anokacounty.us/401/Diversity-EEO