Working Title: Legal Student WorkerJob Class: Student Worker Para Professional SeniorAgency: Office of Cannabis Management
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers.
Date Posted : 03/08/2024
Closing Date : 03/21/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Office of Cannabis Management
Division/Unit : Legal Services
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / Anticipated to work 10 hours per week
Days of Work : Monday - Friday / Flexible Days
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $18.26 - $22.26 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Commissioner's Plan
Anticipated End Date : 08/30/2024
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Telework Eligible : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.This posting will be used to fill three (3) vacant positions.This position provides the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) with legal review and support services relating to the regulatory oversight and rulemaking aspects of the office. This position will research state level cannabis regulatory environments, draft memorandum and participate in meetings and work groups related to legal research assignments. This position will learn about attorney-client privilege, Minnesota Chapter 13 (Minnesota Data Practices Act).This position is located in St. Paul and may have the ability to telework part of the time.Minimum QualificationsCurrently enrolled in a J.D. program and completed at least on year of study at an ABA approved law school.Excellent research and writing skills. (A writing sample will be requested of applicants invited for interview)Student Worker eligibility status:To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker you must be a student enrolled in an educational program or planning to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as student workers, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. As a student you must be enrolled in high school or in a post-secondary or graduate program. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution he/she must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.Preferred QualificationsExperience on Law Review or another Legal Journal.Coursework in administrative law, statutory interpretation, agriculture, cannabis and/or food safety.An interest in state government, rulemaking and/or cannabis.Additional RequirementsA job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal Background Check
The Office of Cannabis Management will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.