Posting number: 26-LWEHB-01
Department: Ethics
Job classification: Law Clerk, Ethics Hearing Board
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administrative Assistant, Legal, Internship
Assists the Ethics Hearing Board Executive Director in researching simple to moderately complex legal matters relating to conflicts of interest and other governmental ethics topics.
Department: Ethics Hearing Board
Posting Type: Announcement
Salary: $20.00 per hour.
Union: None, this is a non-union position.
Civil Service Classification: Exempt
General Application Requirements:
You must submit or show proof of all the following at the time of application (unless otherwise indicated below), or your application will be disqualified. Disqualifications based on any of these General Application Requirements are not subject to a Civil Service appeal.
NOTE: The City of Pittsburgh, as a matter of policy, conducts pre-employment and promotional background investigations on all candidates being considered for positions. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, criminal background, driver's license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments. Candidates may be disqualified from consideration based on the results of their background investigation, as it relates to the job for which the applicant is being considered.
NOTE: Candidates being considered for employment must submit official transcripts verifying post-secondary education (college/university, trade school, etc.) prior to hire.
Qualifying Requirements:
Your work experience and education/training will be evaluated to determine if you meet the qualifying eligibility requirements listed below for this position. You will receive notice of your eligibility status via email.WORK EXPERIENCE: None required for this position. EDUCATION/TRAINING: Must be currently enrolled and taking classes in an accredited law school or have graduated with a law degree.EQUIVALENCY: None permitted for this position. QualificationsIf you meet the qualifying requirements listed above, you will receive a letter of admission (when applicable) for the following examination(s). You must pass the written and/or performance examination(s) to have your name placed on the official Civil Service eligibility list for this position. Candidates receiving job offers must pass a medical examination (when applicable) before the date of hire.Written: None required for this position.Performance: None required for this position.Medical: None required for this position. Supplemental informationConducts simple to moderately complex legal research in connection with advisory and enforcement cases assigned. Analyzes and makes judgments about assigned cases; interprets existing laws and regulations. Informs supervisor of results of legal research. Meets with City personnel, officials, and state and/or federal agencies on assigned legal research assignments. Drafts rules, regulations, policies and procedures to be proposed or implemented by City Departments; monitors full implementation of approved rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Prepares accurate reports, records, correspondence, etc. Creates ethics handbook and training materials for City employees, officials, candidates, vendors, and others subject to the Ethics Hearing Board’s jurisdiction. Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.Click here to view the full job description, including knowledge, skills, and abilities and working conditions for this position. Locate and click on the position title to view the complete job description.
Pittsburgh was founded on November 27, 1758. The city was named by General John Forbes, in honor of British statesman William Pitt, the 1st Earl of Chatham. Early on, Pittsburgh played an important role in our country’s history. In the early 1800s, the city became known as the “Gateway to the West.” This nickname referenced the huge advantage Pittsburgh had by having the intersection of three major waterways. The Allegheny River and Monongahela River join together at what is known as the “point” to form the Ohio River. This intersection opened the gates for Pittsburgh to lead the way in the trade industry for products such as coal, timber, glass, natural gas, iron and limestone. By 1911, Pittsburgh manufactured half of the nation’s steel.
Throughout the years, Pittsburgh has made multiple changes and overcome many obstacles. The city has moved from the steel industry to become a leader in healthcare, education, technology, and financial services. What were once heavily polluted streets and riverfronts, have been transformed to create the modern vibrant Pittsburgh one sees today.
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is the sixth largest populated state in the United States. Pittsburgh is the second largest city in Pennsylvania and has an estimated of 310,000 people. The population consists of 51.9% females and 48.9% males, with the average age being 33. Pittsburgh, serves as the County Seat of Allegheny County which has an estimated population of 1.2 million. Pittsburgh serves as the principal city of the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area, or Greater Pittsburgh. This 8 county area has an estimated population of 2.6 million.
The City of Pittsburgh offers everything a person might be looking for in a home, with its wonderful shopping areas, great restaurants, and beautiful views. Pittsburgh is known for having more named neighborhoods than any American city. Ninety distinct communities create the culture of Pittsburgh.
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