Assistant Legal Counsel Trainee (Juris Doctor) - Temporary
Assistant Legal Counsel Trainee (Juris Doctor) - Temporary
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Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
This Assistant Legal Counsel Trainee (Juris Doctor) position is intended for a candidate who graduated from law school and expects to become an Oregon bar member by the end of 2025 (such as waiting for summer bar exam results). Upon being timely admitted to the bar the trainee may then be considered for a regular Assistant Legal Counsel position that is scheduled to be recruited in late 2025. (Link to job classification for Assistant Legal Counsel.)
Marion Countys Office of Legal Counsel values a strong culture that encourages excellence service teamwork initiative and creativity. County legal work and litigation covers a wide variety of legal topics including public safety torts employment civil rights property taxes land use quality of life and pushing back on state/federal regulatory overreach.
Marion County serves over 350000 residents and includes 20 incorporated cities 37 unincorporated communities and nearly 1200 square miles as Oregons leading agricultural producer. Marion County has 17 departments over 1600 employees and a fiscal year 2025-26 total budget around $743 million. Legal Counsel attorneys serve as the exclusive civil lawyers and counselors for Marion County in a wide range of areasincluding Board of Commissioners Sheriff District Attorney Clerk Assessor Treasurer justice court health & human services public works contracts litigation land use parks economic development housing authority utilities waste services community services human resources finance etc.The Office of Legal Counsel supports Marion Countys work to further its strategic plan goals:
- Public Safety: Pursue a safe and secure community by protecting people property and the economy of Marion County.
- Transportation Infrastructure and Emergency Management: Provide leadership that addresses the continual growth and increasing diversity of Marion Countys population and focuses resources on best meeting the needs of residents and supporting business.
- Health & Community Services: Promote the overall health of people in Marion County by improving the delivery of quality health services and supporting community-based prevention efforts.
- Economic and Community Development: Support employers businesses and property owners that promotes economic development and high standards of livability in Marion County.
- Civil and Government Services: Provide efficient effective and responsive government through stewardship and accountability.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of County Counsel who assigns work reviews performance and advises on unusual or difficult problems.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.Typical Duties - Duties include but are not limited to the following
- Assist in preparing trial court litigation for limited to moderate-risk cases (e.g. tort claims lien foreclosures and challenges to county or state actions).
- Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda motions and responses to legal documents such as subpoenas.
- Assist in providing legal advice to county departments; respond to inquiries from government bodies and the public regarding public records county regulations complaints and cooperative efforts.
- Depending on certification appear in court for gun restoration petitions motions to quash subpoenas code enforcement and administrative hearings.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Higher-level classifications may include the duties of any lower-level classification within the same series and performing work in a higher or lower classification for a limited period is a requirement of all classifications.
- Perform work at various county sites; therefore driving is a requirement of the position.
Requirements for the Position
- EXPERIENCE AND TRAININGSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Graduation from an accredited school of law; AND
- Participation in an internship clerkship or other legal work in municipal/government issues civil litigation general civil law or similar work with a government entity law firm trial or Appellate Judge or similar; OR
- Any satisfactory combination of work education training or experience relevant to the position as determined by Marion County.
- Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
- This assignment is not represented by a union.
- This is a full-time position which is not eligible for overtime.
- Typical Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of legal terminology; state and federal civil law; civil procedures; trial and courtroom practices; local government operations; and administrative law.Skill in legal research and analysis; drafting legal documents; and using computers to input retrieve and manage legal information.
Ability to analyze facts evidence and legal precedents to reach logical conclusions; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.VETERANS PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OAR and . Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE
- One of the following:
- MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
- Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
- In addition to one of the above documents Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
- A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.
Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mailHuman Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.
- One of the following:
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
