Post-Bar Law Clerk

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 Spring 2026 (or after), who plan on taking an upcoming California Bar Examination after their graduation. 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. 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. minimum qualificATIONs minimum qualificATIONs Human Resources Human Resources 44 N San Joaquin St, Third Floor, Suite 330 Stockton, California 95202 Have Recruitment Questions? Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io $22.92 - $27.85/hour final filing date: Recruitment #:0926-rl0201-pc1

POST-BAR LAW CLERK

DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE

continuous recruitment Education: Graduation from a recognized school of law. Eligible applicants are those scheduled to graduate from law school in Fall 2026 (or later), and who plan to take an upcoming California Bar Examination. Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. 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. about the position & the district attorney’s office 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. Under the leadership of District Attorney Ron Freitas, the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office is committed to serving our community and supporting victims of crime while upholding a fair and just criminal justice system. As the County’s elected chief prosecutor, the District Attorney represents the People of the State of California in criminal and related civil matters before the Superior Court of San Joaquin County. With more than 300 attorneys, investigators, and professional support staff, the District Attorney’s Office serves the community from locations throughout San Joaquin County, including downtown Stockton, the Juvenile Justice Center in French Camp, and branches of the Superior Court in Lodi and Manteca. The Office is seeking hardworking and motivated individuals for upcoming temporary Post-Bar Law Clerk opportunities. This recruitment is intended for individuals who are scheduled to graduate from law school in Spring 2026 or later and plan to take an upcoming California Bar Examination following graduation. Post-Bar Law Clerks will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a progressive prosecutorial office while working alongside experienced legal professionals and contributing directly to the District Attorney’s mission of promoting justice, public safety, and service to the community. Our mission is our community. We are dedicated to upholding a healthy, fair, and just society through education, prevention, investigation, prosecution, and rehabilitation, as provided by law, with justice for all. LAW CLERK (8.5 x 15 in)

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 inFall 2025 or Spring 2026 (or later), and who plan to take an upcomingCalifornia 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io 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 eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. Office hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at View phone number on click.appcast.io. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. 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 . Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io,or by email ,or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. #J-18808-Ljbffr TCSA