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Law Clerk (D3) 145038

Iowa Department of Administrative Services • Spirit Lake, IA • 15h ago

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Law Clerk (D3) 145038

Salary

$62,088.00 Annually

Location

Spirit Lake - 51360 - Dickinson County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-01875

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

01/16/2026

Closing Date

2/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

LI-DNP

Point of Contact

peggy.frericks@iowacourts.gov

To Apply

Candidates need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. To apply, click To Apply button, complete the application and attached PDF versions of your cover letter and resume.

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Job Description

The Third Judicial District has an opening for a Law Clerk 1

The Law Clerk position is a great opportunity for law school graduates seeking to gain practical, hands-on experience, applying your knowledge to assist with cases being investigated and litigated by the State of Iowa courts. This opportunity will also enhance your knowledge and understanding of the litigation life cycle as you assist with the public, judges, attorneys, and government officials in a variety of situations and circumstances,

The starting salary for a Law Clerk 1 is $62,088.00

Hours:Monday - Friday 8:00A - 4:30P

To Apply: Candidates will need to submit a NEOGOV application, cover letter, resume, and a writing sample. All applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer. To view a copy of the branches utilization report, please visit,www.iowacourts.govthe click on the careers page.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Employees in this class perform research and administrative functions for judges of the district court. To be successful in this position you will need to have the following:

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of substantive and procedural law

Demonstrates ability to utilize law library resources and working knowledge of research tools

The ability to formulate and express complex technical and legal subjects clearly

Passion for pursuing common goals in pursuit of public service

Critical thinking skills

The ability to maintain confidentiality

Detailed oriented

This is intended to be a one-year clerkship opportunity. Depending on funding, availability, and performance, this clerkship may be extended up to an additional year.

What's in it for YOU:

Collaborative, positive work environment

Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn

Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities

Excellent benefits package

Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave

Iowa Public Employees' retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan

Employee discount program

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited law school is required.

Additional Qualification Requirements

High standard of academic excellence and considerable experience in legal research and writing are desirable.

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

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