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This College Intern position is with the Oakland County Clerk’s Office e-Services Legal Self Help Center.

The Oakland County Clerk’s Office, Clerk of the Court to the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court, operates the e-Services Center which provides free access to eight computer stations for use by customers in e-filing court documents, searching court records, obtaining copies of records, and access to legal help via michiganlegalhelp.org.

Personnel at the Clerk’s e-Services Center assist walk-in customers by providing legal information and assisting with identifying and completing legal forms, supporting legal research, navigating the Michigan Legal Help site, assistance with e-filing, and providing basic guidance.

The e-Services Center is located on the ground floor of the Oakland County Courthouse at 1200 N. Telegraph Road in Pontiac, Michigan. The center is open to the public every Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except on county holidays.

Under close supervision, performs entry level professional duties of moderate difficulty providing the opportunity for professional training in various offices throughout the County. Performs assigned duties to acquire knowledge of methods, procedures and standards required for successful performance. May perform duties such as gathering and organizing data to provide information for departmental special projects or reports; basic arithmetic computations; assist in preparing written reports; accompany professional level employees on assignments; conduct interviews with clients or County personnel to obtain basic information for departmental use; contacts other County departments or outside agencies by phone to request or give information and other related duties as assigned. Assignments serve to offer practical experience and broad exposure to the County's organizational structure. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Must meet one of the following requirements:

1. Current enrollment in an accredited college or university with status as a freshman or sophomore status (equates to steps 1 or 2 of salary range).
2. Current enrollment in an accredited college or university with status as a junior/senior status (equates to steps 3 or 4 of salary range).
   
   
3. Current enrollment in an accredited college or university in a graduate degree program (equates to steps 5 or 6 of salary range).
   NOTE: When assigned to Circuit Court must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.

1. EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES
   No County employee in an administrative, policymaking or personnel decision-making capacity may employ a relative for work in that department, division, or unit in which he or she exercises such authority.
2. WHEN ASSIGNED TO CIRCUIT COURT
   Must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
3. WHEN ASSIGNED TO HEALTH DIVISION AND / OR CHILDREN’S VILLAGE
   Employees must submit to immunizations as required by the Department of Health & Human Services and submit to a tuberculin skin test or chest x ray at County expense.
4. WHEN ASSIGNED TO CHILDREN’S VILLAGE
   Before beginning employment, candidates will be required to provide Children’s Village with documentation from the Michigan Department of Human Services (previously called Family Independence Agency) that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect. In addition, applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Children’s Village to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.
   Applicants for positions at Children’s Village will not be considered if they have been convicted of either of the following:
   (a) Child Abuse or Neglect.
   (b) A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.
5. WHEN ASSIGNED TO SHERIFF’S OFFICE
   A background criminal check will be conducted before employment begins. Information obtained during the background check will be considered in the hiring decision.
6. WHEN ASSIGNED TO COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS
   A field investigation will be conducted covering an evaluation of employment, school, home, credit, criminal, military, or other personal records. Any conviction or convictions for moving traffic violations, accidents, non-moving traffic violations, or violations of other laws will be reviewed by the Sheriff ‘s Office before an applicant can be appointed. Information obtained during the background investigation will be considered in the hiring decision.

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Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.