Closing Date: 19th August, 2026

Description:

Job Details:

Working Title: Law Clerk
Job Class: Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior
Agency: Cannabis Management Office

Job ID: 96043

Location: St. Paul
Telework Eligible: Yes
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Regular/Temporary: Limited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 08/19/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Cannabis Management Office
Division/Unit: Legal
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $20.20 - $24.02 / hourly
Classified Status: Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - AFSCME
Anticipated Start Date: 9/09/26
Work Area: Office of Cannabis Management
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/): Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary:
The Office of Cannabis Management is currently seeking to hire two Law Clerks to provide legal review and support services relating to the regulatory oversight and rulemaking aspects of the office. Law Clerks will learn about attorney-client privilege and Minnesota Chapter 13 (MN Government Data Practices Act). Appointments are expected to last approximately ten (10) weeks but may be extended across semesters and to full-time hours in the summer. These positions are located in St. Paul and may telework from home two (2) days per week and is expected to be in the office three (3) days per week.

This job posting will be used to fill multiple positions.

A successful incumbent in this position will be able to:

Research state level cannabis environments
Draft memorandums and legal documents
Participate in meetings and work groups related to legal research assignments

Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Currently enrolled in a JD program and completed at least one year of study at an ABA approved law school

Excellent research and writing skills (writing sample will be requested of applicants invited for an interview)
To be eligible for appointment as a student worker, you must be a student enrolled in an educational program. 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, they 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 education verification form prior to appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Law Review or another legal journal
Experience with Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, or other legal research tools
Coursework in administrative law, public policy, business, statutory interpretation, agriculture, cannabis, and/or food safety
An interest in working in state government, rulemaking, and/or cannabis

Additional Requirements:
A 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 United States.

Application Details
How to Apply:
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact:
If you have questions about this position, contact Mary Gilmartin at mary.gilmartin@state.mn.us or 651-259-3641.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Mary Gilmartin at mary.gilmartin@state.mn.us.

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