What are the responsibilities and job description for the OMA Summer Law Clerk position at Oregon Metro?
Hello, we’re Metro! Metro is dedicated to shaping a better future for the greater Portland region. The work the people of Metro do every day benefits the lives of the people who live here, today, and tomorrow.
Led by an elected council, this unique government gives all residents of greater Portland a voice in shaping the future and provides parks, venues, services, and tools at a regional scale. We find solutions for our area’s garbage and recycling that protect clean air and water; help plan land use and development to provide jobs and safe transportation; manage local venues that provide a connection to arts and culture and help keep the economy growing; protect 17,000 acres of parks and natural areas, and run the Oregon Zoo, to keep nature close to home.
The Office of Metro Attorney provides legal advice to the Metro Council, Metro Chief Operating Officer, Metro Auditor, and departments. The Office of Metro Attorney consists of 11 attorneys, and six support staff dealing with a variety of legal issues in areas such as: land use planning, real estate, housing, construction, litigation, employment and labor, constitutional law, public finance, records and public meetings, contracts, administrative law, elections, and bond measures.
The Office of Metro Attorney is looking for summer law clerks to assist attorneys in the Office of Metro Attorney by providing legal services to the entire Metro organization. These legal services include research, evaluation, analysis, and advice on regional municipal law, including work related to urban and transportation planning, housing, solid waste and recycling, regional parks, labor and employment, and other matters.
Please note that our office does not do criminal law and that there is minimal litigation. A commitment of ten weeks during the summer is required.
As a summer law clerk, you will
At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.
Learn more about Metro’s Diversity Action Plan
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications
If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required documents. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
To apply, submit the following by email to: Lisa Hefty, Legal Assistant, lisa.hefty@oregonmetro.gov.
The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment on an open and continuous basis beginning Monday, January 13, 2025. If you are a student at one of the ten law schools of the Northwest Consortium of Law Schools, we encourage you to apply through the Northwest Public Service Career Fair (additional information available here: https://law.lclark.edu/nwconsortium/nw-public-service-career-fair/).
Based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements and Metro’s internal equity review process, the appointment will likely be made at $24.00 per hour.
This position is eligible for overtime and is non-represented. It is classified as an Intern.
Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions. View the classification description.
Questions?
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Lamarkus Gilliard
Email: lamarkus.gilliard@oregonmetro.govEqual employment opportunity
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.
Accommodation
Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
Veterans' preference
Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
Hybrid Telework
At this time, this position is designated as “hybrid telework.” You will have the option to work away from the office, although you will be required to come into the office a minimum of three days a week for the first two weeks and a minimum of two days a week for the remaining eight weeks. The manager will work with you to identify a schedule that balances the operational needs of the department and your needs. Employees must reside in Oregon or Washington to work at Metro.
Pay equity at Metro
No matter who you are or where you work at Metro, you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do. Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Online applications
Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
How to Apply
For tips on how to apply and more information on what the application process looks like, visit Metro’s “How to apply” page.
Government Jobs
For assistance with your account or to reset your password please visit GovernmentJobs "Help and Support" page.
Led by an elected council, this unique government gives all residents of greater Portland a voice in shaping the future and provides parks, venues, services, and tools at a regional scale. We find solutions for our area’s garbage and recycling that protect clean air and water; help plan land use and development to provide jobs and safe transportation; manage local venues that provide a connection to arts and culture and help keep the economy growing; protect 17,000 acres of parks and natural areas, and run the Oregon Zoo, to keep nature close to home.
The Office of Metro Attorney provides legal advice to the Metro Council, Metro Chief Operating Officer, Metro Auditor, and departments. The Office of Metro Attorney consists of 11 attorneys, and six support staff dealing with a variety of legal issues in areas such as: land use planning, real estate, housing, construction, litigation, employment and labor, constitutional law, public finance, records and public meetings, contracts, administrative law, elections, and bond measures.
The Office of Metro Attorney is looking for summer law clerks to assist attorneys in the Office of Metro Attorney by providing legal services to the entire Metro organization. These legal services include research, evaluation, analysis, and advice on regional municipal law, including work related to urban and transportation planning, housing, solid waste and recycling, regional parks, labor and employment, and other matters.
Please note that our office does not do criminal law and that there is minimal litigation. A commitment of ten weeks during the summer is required.
As a summer law clerk, you will
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Draft legal memoranda and provide legal opinions and advice on regional municipal law, including work related to urban and transportation planning, housing, solid waste and recycling, regional parks, labor and employment, and other matters of municipal law
- Assist in drafting municipal legislation and contracts
- Assist in the preparation of pleadings in civil matters
- Attend meetings with clients
- Ability to work well in a team environment with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants, as well as independently
- Skill and ability in legal research, analyze legal problems and issues, and writing legal memoranda, opinions and advice
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to fulfill Metro's employee values of public service, excellence, teamwork, respect, innovation and sustainability
At Metro, we strive to cultivate diversity, advance equity, and practice inclusion in all of its work. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is inclusive of a broad range of human qualities. Workplace diversity is both a moral imperative and a business strength, essential to providing quality support and services to our region. Metro’s goal is to hire, develop and retain highly skilled and talented individuals across all departments and programs who best reflect the diversity of our community.
Learn more about Metro’s Diversity Action Plan
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications
- Successful completion of at least one year of classes at an accredited law school.
- Must be currently enrolled in law school.
If you were terminated for cause during any employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, you may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The application packet: The application packet consists of the following required documents. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
To apply, submit the following by email to: Lisa Hefty, Legal Assistant, lisa.hefty@oregonmetro.gov.
- Resume (with current GPA)
- Cover letter
- References (please provide two or three, including names, addresses, current daytime phone numbers and the nature of your relationship with the reference. Written reference is not required, but may be included at the applicant’s option)
- Writing sample
- Funding source information, if applicable, including Oregon State Bar summer stipend program of other grant programs
The selection process: We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment on an open and continuous basis beginning Monday, January 13, 2025. If you are a student at one of the ten law schools of the Northwest Consortium of Law Schools, we encourage you to apply through the Northwest Public Service Career Fair (additional information available here: https://law.lclark.edu/nwconsortium/nw-public-service-career-fair/).
- Initial review of minimum qualifications
- In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
- Consideration of top candidates/interviews
- Reference check
Based on the Oregon Pay Equity Act requirements and Metro’s internal equity review process, the appointment will likely be made at $24.00 per hour.
This position is eligible for overtime and is non-represented. It is classified as an Intern.
Classification descriptions are typically written broadly and do not include the specific duties and responsibilities of the positions. View the classification description.
Questions?
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Lamarkus Gilliard
Email: lamarkus.gilliard@oregonmetro.govEqual employment opportunity
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made, or any other status protected by law.
Accommodation
Metro will gladly provide a reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
Veterans' preference
Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
Hybrid Telework
At this time, this position is designated as “hybrid telework.” You will have the option to work away from the office, although you will be required to come into the office a minimum of three days a week for the first two weeks and a minimum of two days a week for the remaining eight weeks. The manager will work with you to identify a schedule that balances the operational needs of the department and your needs. Employees must reside in Oregon or Washington to work at Metro.
Pay equity at Metro
No matter who you are or where you work at Metro, you deserve to be paid fairly for the work you do. Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Online applications
Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, please contact the recruiter outlined in the job announcement in advance to request assistance.
How to Apply
For tips on how to apply and more information on what the application process looks like, visit Metro’s “How to apply” page.
Government Jobs
For assistance with your account or to reset your password please visit GovernmentJobs "Help and Support" page.
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