Law Clerk - Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior

Working at the State of Minnesota offers a sense of purpose, connection with communities, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

About the role

The Office of Cannabis Management is seeking two Law Clerks to provide legal review and support services related to regulatory oversight and rulemaking. 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 days per week, with three days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• 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 enrolled in an educational program. Students may be “off” for the summer or one semester/quarter but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. Enrollment requirements:
  • Credit-granting institution: at least six semester (nine quarter) credits
  • Non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class: two or more classes per semester/quarter
  • Graduate students: enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation
• Education verification will be required prior to appointment
• A job offer is contingent upon successfully passing a background check, which may include:
  • SEMA4 records check (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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Law Review or another legal journal
• Experience with Westlaw, LexisNexis, 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

Pay

$20.20 - $24.02 per hour

Schedule

• Part-time, limited (temporary) position
• Days of work: Monday - Friday
• Anticipated start date: September 9, 2026
• Hybrid schedule: two days telework, three days in-office

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan providing income after retirement (after three years of service)
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources promoting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Career development support:
  • Training, classes, and professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including:
  • Mental health support
  • Relationship challenges (personal and work)
  • Grief and loss support
  • Financial and legal assistance
  • Daily living/convenience services (chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care)

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment type, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service.

About the Cannabis Management Office

Working together to improve the state we love. The Office of Cannabis Management oversees regulatory and rulemaking aspects of cannabis in Minnesota.