Attorney (Program) I - Kauai

About the role

This Attorney position is responsible for providing legal advice, guidance, recommendations and technical support services to the Chief Court Administrator, Chief Judge, Judges and administrators of the Fifth Circuit Court. The position also may assist with handling the mortgage foreclosure and other specific case types under the Fifth Circuit's jurisdiction; and provide staff specialist services to the Chief Court Administrator which supports the initiatives of the Judiciary, the Fifth Circuit's court operations and programs; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice, guidance, recommendations and technical support services to the Chief Court Administrator, Chief Judge, Judges and administrators of the Fifth Circuit Court.
• Affirmatively assist with handling the mortgage foreclosure and other specific case types under the Fifth Circuit's jurisdiction.
• Provide staff specialist services to the Chief Court Administrator which supports the initiatives of the Judiciary, the Fifth Circuit's court operations and programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Hawaii Bar License: Applicants must possess an active license to practice law in all courts of the State of Hawaii. Applicants who have an INACTIVE license may apply, however, verification of current and ACTIVE license is required upon selection.
• Education Requirement: Graduation from an accredited school of law.
• General Experience Requirement: Two (2) years of work experience which demonstrated the satisfactory performance of duties in one or more of the following areas (or the equivalent): legal research and writing; litigation; review of and drafting of legislation; review of new laws for impact on court requirements; or development of policies and procedures, and legal forms to implement new laws.
• Selective Certification Requirement - Driver's License: The incumbent in this position will need to drive to various locations to attend meetings and other Fifth Circuit business-related matters, therefore, a current and valid driver's license is required to operate a motor vehicle.

Qualifications

Any additional information may be attached to your online application, submitted by email to Recruitment@courts.hawaii.gov, or mailed to the following address: Hawai`i State Judiciary, Human Resources Department, 426 Queen Street, First Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.

Supplemental Information

• If you are using education as a substitute for experience, you must submit a copy of your transcript(s) or diploma(s) at the time of application.
• If you are selected for a position, we will request an official transcript (not a copy) at a later date. The official transcript must indicate completion of the training and/or the awarding of the appropriate degree.
• The above benefits are subject to modification or termination due to changes in statutes, collective bargaining provisions, and/or policies, etc.

Driver's License Requirement

This position requires a current and valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. If you do not possess a current and valid driver's license, your application will be rejected.

Transcripts, Certifications, and other verifying documents

You must submit copies of official transcripts, certifications, or other verifying documents by mail or email at the time of application. If you are selected, we will need an original official transcript (not a copy) indicating the completion of the required training or coursework and the awarding of the appropriate degree, certification, or other credential.

Important Note

Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. The information you provide on your application along with your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements indicated on the job posting. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected. Therefore, it is important that you provide the name of your employer, your official job title, dates of employment (from-to, month/year), hours worked per week, and a detailed description of your duties for each job listed on your application.