The Research Department of the Minnesota House of Representatives is hiring one law clerk to provide legal research assistance for Legislative Analysts on any of the issues that may arise in the state legislative process.

House Research is a nonpartisan office that provides research and legal services to the entire Minnesota House of Representatives. For more information about House Research, see http://www.house.leg.state.mn.us/hrd/about.aspx

In general, the person hired must have successfully completed at least one year of law school and have excellent research and writing skills. The pay range is $26.80 to $36.30 per hour, depending on qualifications and educational level. The job is temporary, part-time, estimated 10-20 hours/week, depending on need, and requires in-office work. Start and end dates are flexible, but ideally the position will begin by early December at the latest and last until sometime in May.

Submit your current law school transcript, resume, and cover letter demonstrating skills and interest in this position via either email, fax, or mail to:

EMAIL: HRDjobs@house.mn
Email subject line must say: law clerk application

FAX: 651-296-9887

USMAIL: House Research Department
Attn: Law Clerk Applications
155 State Office Building
St. Paul MN 55155

Priority will be given to applications received by 9am on September 18, 2023, but will be accepted until the position is filled. Please do not send duplicate applications. All applicants will be notified when hiring is completed. References and writing samples required at time of interview. EEO/AA EMPLOYER

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans by working at the Minnesota Department of Human Rights. We're currently hiring multiple investigators.

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About the Position

As an investigator, you will thoroughly and impartially analyze and investigate claims of discrimination from members of the public, and determine whether the claims constitute violations of the Minnesota Human Rights Act, the state's civil rights law.

Job Details

Closing Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Salary Range: $26.14 - $38.38 / hourly; $54,580 - $80,137 / annually

How to Apply: Anyone interested in this position can view the full description and apply at mn.gov/mmb/careers/ with Job ID 68903. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter.

Hybrid Work Environment: To promote a culture of flexibility, we offer staff a hybrid work environment that varies by team, position, and business needs. This position will require in-office work at least one day a week. 

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Ly Her at ly.her@state.mn.us or 651-201-2434.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants

Date Posted: 08/21/2023

Closing Date: 09/11/2023

M3 Salary Range: $127,994 - $194,998 / annually

Telework Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) to serve as the attorney manager of the Public Safety Division, which is housed in the Health and Safety Section of the Office.  As the division manager, you will manage a division of 14 AAGs and 7 legal assistants who support the mission of the Office. The Public Safety Division represents the Commissioner of Public Safety on matters involving implied consent, revocations, forfeitures, and title matters; provide advice, counsel and representation to several boards; and respond to citizen inquiries. The work includes trials in district court, Office of Administrative Hearings, appellate advocacy, and civil litigation.

A successful candidate in this position will have the opportunity to support the mission of the Office by: 

• Managing the division’s employees, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and evaluating team members 
• Managing cases, including assigning cases, providing direct work on cases, and reviewing draft submissions of others 

• Maintaining positive client relationships, whether internally or externally, through regular communication and coordination 
• Managing division operations, including setting division goals, attending regular management meetings, compiling reports and budgets, and communicating key issues to the executive team 

• Creating a positive and inclusive work environment in which the division can perform high quality legal work for the people of Minnesota 
• Leading the division in carrying out the Office’s mission 

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain licensures within 90 days of hire 
• Six or more years of civil or criminal litigation experience
• Commitment to create a positive and inclusive work culture that obtains strong results 
• Proven ability to lead in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills (a cover letter including a writing sample of up to five pages is required with application) 
• Ability to travel to counties throughout the state 

IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter and writing sample (of up to five pages) together.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten or more years of complex civil litigation experience and/or in a law enforcement role
• Management experience
• Ability to critically examine, modify, and improve systems for caseload management
• Experience using electronic files, case management tools, and e-discovery platforms

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Monday, September 11, 2023.

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
2. Apply for posting number 68817
3. Direct Link
4. Do not forget to upload: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages).

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Jake Pleschourt at jake.pleschourt@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1057.

Why Work For Us 

Diverse Workforce

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, fostering understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

OVERVIEW

Overview

The Department of Ethics and Business Law in the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas, in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, invites applications for one tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, in the area of business law and compliance, beginning in September 2024.  Candidates should demonstrate potential for strong research, excellence in teaching, and desire to engage in culturally responsive service activities that demonstrate their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

The department’s faculty are specialists in ethics, business law, and compliance including research and teaching at their intersection. Our faculty teach core and specialized courses in all OCB programs, including a specialized undergraduate Law & Compliance major and graduate programs in Organizational Ethics and Compliance. We are excited to welcome a colleague who wants to join an institution where collaborative, creative, and interdisciplinary inquiry are encouraged. More information about the department can be found at Opus College of Business - Ethics & Business Law. 

The Opus College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International. The college offers undergraduate, part-time, and specialized MBA, specialized Masters, and graduate certificate programs. 

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

The University of St. Thomas is in the vibrant Minneapolis-St. Paul area, one of the U.S.’s top 25 metro areas.  Combine that with a visible corporate presence of seventeen Fortune 500 headquarters plus a diversified list of other companies with offices in the metro area, and you have a very strong, supportive business community that attracts bright, talented people. A recent study found that the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area population grew 11% from 2010 – 2020. Census data also show that Minnesota continues to grow more diverse, both racially and ethnically, and at a faster pace than in the broader United States. 

More information about the Opus College of Business is at Opus College of Business. To learn more about life as a faculty member please visit Life as a Faculty member.

The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will have a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA accredited Law School, or alternatively, Ph.D. in law or a closely related field.
• Expertise in compliance [minimum two years experience in compliance] and ability to teach core and elective legal compliance courses and other business law courses.
• Undergraduate or graduate teaching experience [minimum one academic quarter or semester], with demonstrated ability and commitment to teaching excellence.
• A strong research agenda with potential to publish high-quality law reviews and peer reviewed journals.
• A commitment to engaging in service to the Ethics and Business Law Department, the Opus College of Business, and the University of St. Thomas.

How to Apply

In order to be considered for this opportunity, interested applicants must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. There are multiple parts to the application process.  Applicants will first be asked to create an applicant profile and upload their supplemental application materials:

• Curriculum vitae or resume
• A written statement of teaching philosophy (including developing inclusive learning environments) and research interests (uploaded to “Teaching Philosophy” Field)
• A sample of scholarly writing

Please do not upload any additional documents into the other available fields within the candidate profile at this time.  Further application materials may be requested at a later date, but no additional materials beyond those requested above are asked of you at this time. 

After creating and submitting an applicant profile, you will be taken to the job specific application.  Here you will be asked to copy/paste a cover letter, detailing your interest in the opportunity.

To ensure full consideration for the position, all application materials should be received by September 30, 2023; however, the position will remain open until filled. The search committee will begin scheduling Zoom interviews mid-October 2023. Finalists for this position will be asked for references.  Questions about the position should be directed to Search Committee Chair, Dale Thompson.  If you encounter issues with the application process, please email the Office of Human Resources at EMPLOYMENT@stthomas.edu. 

About the University of St Thomas

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 9,000+ students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.

The Executive Director provides leadership and overall management in carrying out the mission of
Children’s Law Center of Minnesota (CLC). The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the
administration, programs and the strategic plan of the organization. Other key duties include
fundraising, marketing, and community outreach. The position reports directly to the Board of
Directors.

Mission: Children’s Law Center of Minnesota promotes the legal rights and well-being of children and
youth. CLC’s staff and volunteers provide direct representation of children and youth, primarily in the
child welfare system, and advocate for changes in the systems that affect their lives.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITES:
1. Board Governance: Works with Board in order to fulfill the organization’s mission as defined by
the Board of Directors.
 Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and
accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and make
informed decisions.
 Specific tasks include:
i. Set Board meeting schedule, prepare for, and participate in all Board meetings.
Secure location and ensure all arrangements are made. Prior to each meeting,
prepare and distribute Board meeting agenda and documents.
ii. Keep the Board fully informed on the overall operational and financial condition
of the organization and on all significant developments affecting the
organization.
iii. Set Board committee meeting schedule, prepare for, and participate in all Board
committee meetings. Prior to each meeting, prepare and distribute Board
committee meeting agenda and documents.
iv. Assist in recruiting new Board members.
2. Financial Performance and Viability: Develops resources sufficient to ensure the financial
health of the organization.
 Responsible for the fiscal integrity of CLC, to include submission to the Board of a
proposed annual budget and monthly financial statements, with accurately reflect the
financial condition of the organization.
 Responsible for fiscal management that generally anticipates operating within the
approved budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and ongoing operation of the
organization in a positive financial position.
 Responsible for signing all notes, agreements, and other instruments made and entered
into on behalf of the organization (except official documents requiring signatures of
Board officers or Board resolutions authorizing the ED to sign on behalf of CLC).
 Specific tasks include:
i. Approval of all invoices and check writing
ii. Review bank account statements, approve bank transfers between checking and
savings accounts
iii. Review all financial statements (monthly) and prepare for finance committee
(every other month)
iv. Review general ledger and approve all QuickBooks entries
v. Prepare for annual audit, consolidate necessary information, work with the
auditors in preparation for the audit and when auditors are on site, provide
auditors with all necessary information.
vi. Work with consultant to prepare the 5500 Report (retirement summary).
vii. Work with finance committee to prepare annual organizational budget
3. Organization Mission and Strategy: Works with Board and staff to ensure that the
organization’s mission is fulfilled through programs, strategic planning and community outreach.
 Responsible for strategic planning and implementation to ensure that CLC can
successfully fulfill its mission into the future.
 Responsible for the enhancement of CLC’s brand/image by being active and visible in
the community and by working closely with other professional, civic and private
organizations.
i. Speak at community, law firm and bar association meetings and forums to
introduce CLC, explain CLC’s mission, and identify CLC’s varying levels of needs
(from lawyers to funding).
ii. Oversee marketing and communication efforts.
iii. Serve as CLC’s primary spokesperson to the organization’s constituents, the
media and the general public.
Maintain a working knowledge of significant development and trends in the field.
 Lead and actively participate in CLC diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
 Provide leadership in system report efforts
4. Organization Operations: Oversees and implements appropriate resources to ensure that the
operations of the organization are appropriate.
 Responsible for the recruitment, employment, and release of all personnel, both paid
and volunteers and that sound human resource practices are in place and complied
with.
i. Overseeing and handling all staff related matters for paid staff and unpaid
interns and volunteers.
ii. Bi-weekly (or as necessary) staff meeting.
iii. Handle staff complaints and issues as they arise, in consultation with HR
resources where appropriate.
iv. Training and mentoring staff members and handling daily questions and issues.
v. Interview and hire new employees.
vi. Supervise and coordinate staff vacation schedules; review and approve staff’s
monthly vacation reports.
vii. Maintain a climate which attracts, retains, and motivates a diverse, qualified
and high performing staff.
viii. Submit bi-monthly payroll through ADP
ix. Retirement Plan contributions (403(b)), submit employee and employer
contributions twice a month.
x. HSA contributions, submit employee and employer contributions through Alerus
twice a month.
xi. Review and approve staff’s monthly expense reports.
 Responsible for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support CLC’s
mission.
i. Review, edit and revise foundation grant proposals, reports, and grant-specific
program budgets. Ensure all grant application and report deadlines are met.
ii. Meet with foundations program officers and engage in foundation site visits.
iii. Network with CLC’s primary law firm donors to ensure donor retention.
iv. Speak at community, law firm and bar association meetings and forums to
introduce CLC, explain CLC’s mission, and identify CLC’s varying levels of needs
(from lawyers to funding).
v. Review and edit CLC e-newsletter and practice points.
vi. Review and approve website and social media content. Review and approve
advertisements for print and online media.
vii. Review and analyze development plan and periodic snapshots of fundraising
efforts.
viii. Annual benefit brainstorming ideas, awardees, awards, marketing, and all facets
of event planning from location to food to invitations to announcements.
Review and oversee everything related to the event, maintaining contact with
major sponsors regarding contributions, preparing thank you notes. Ensure that
staff is on track with components of the event.
x. Work with Board Development Committee and CLC Development Manager to
ensure Board driven fundraising is moving forward.
x. Submit invoices to Hennepin County and Minnesota Office of Justice Programs.
 Responsible for organization’s general operations, compliance and logistics.
i. File the completed and Board-approved audit with the Attorney General
(annually).
ii. Update organization’s status with the Minnesota Secretary of State (annually).
iii. Renew all insurance plans: legal malpractice, property casualty, employee
health and dental, worker’s compensation, and unemployment insurance.
iv. Ensure compliance with office lease and manage lease renewals and
amendments as necessary. Work with the landlord on office space issues and
maintenance.
v. Work with staff to identify organization technology needs, authorize purchase
of any equipment and updates.
5. Program and Volunteer Attorney Management
 Ensure that CLC’s program is implemented effectively and carries out the organization’s
mission
i. Plan, implement, and provide leadership for CLC’s programs.
ii. Manage and build network of volunteer attorneys.
iii. Develop and implement training programs for attorneys and other child
advocates.
iv. Respond to requests for amicus briefs.
v. Advocate for CLC with governmental bodies, courts, community groups, law
firms, media and other child advocacy groups.
Qualifications and Attributes:

• Passion for, and commitment to, the Children’s Law Center mission.
• A minimum of eight years in executive or management experience at a respected nonprofit or
  public institution and a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and a law degree.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, including a proven track record in leading and
  growing organizations and communicating with key stakeholders.
• Possesses working knowledge of the legal, fiscal, and regulatory environment in which a
  nonprofit operates.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in finance, budget development, and fundraising principles,
  including major gift cultivation.
• Strategic thinker who can also plan and execute against short-term and long-term objectives,
  and create action plans that yield results.
• Has personal ethics and integrity that reflect positively on CLC’s mission and the organization, is
  a passionate and convincing advocate for CLC’s mission. Is involved and respected in the
  nonprofit community.
• Committed to championing diversity, equity and inclusion, and will ensure the organization is
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, empower a team, and build relationships with diverse
  perspectives.
• Ability to establish, foster and maintain effective long-term working relationships with the Board
  of Directors, staff, volunteers, the community at large, local law firms and corporations, local
  City and State government, and community service agencies.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Children’s Law Center of Minnesota provides equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, a writing sample, and references to Tiffany Allbee, Interim Executive
Director, Children’s Law Center of Minnesota, 450 N. Syndicate St., Suite 340, St. Paul, MN 55104 or via email to info@clcmn.org. Position open until filled.

• Job ID: 68130
• Location: St. Paul
• Full/Part Time: Intermittent
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/03/2023
• Closing Date: 08/16/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Dept of Labor & Industry / Legal Services 2
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Varies
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $26.14 - $38.38 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• End Date: 05/31/2026
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Telework Eligible: Yes - Conditional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

This position offers a hybrid work schedule which includes telework days and in office days at a DLI office building as required by business need.

This position is part-time intermittent, requiring approximately 20 hours per week for two (2)+ years.

This temporary position exists to support Office of General Counsel attorneys and a third-party research team with advanced professional legal analysis and consultative work on a legislatively required research study.  The study will identify systemic or regulatory changes to improve the experience and outcomes of employees with work-related post-traumatic stress disorder. This position will also support the regulatory, legislative, and rulemaking needs of DLI through legal research and analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of professional legal experience* OR three years of advanced technical/paraprofessional legal experience* performing legal research and analysis sufficient to aid a third-party research team’s completion of a study. Demonstrated experience to include:
  • Completing legal research
  • Preparing legal documents for attorney review**
  • Preparing summaries and reports

*Associate degree in the areas of legal studies, public administration, or a related field may substitute for six months of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in the areas of legal studies, public administration or a related field may substitute for one year of professional legal experience. Juris doctor degree may substitute for two years of professional legal experience.

•  Analytical and research skills to resolve complex problems.
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders and work collaboratively with a research team and Office of General Counsel attorneys.

• Written communication skills sufficient to draft clear, concise and complete legal documents and reports with the ability to convey complex information in a plain language.
• Ability to use legal resources such as statutes, rules, Westlaw, legal periodicals, case law reports and the internet to conduct legal research. Ability to organize work and prioritize among multiple demands under time constraints.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, who do not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Language skills other than English (such as Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).
• Experience working in a government setting (city, county, or state employment).
• Knowledge of statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to workers’ compensation.
• Experience with contract management.
• Experience with research on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
• Experience managing a project.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment.  The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification.

How to Apply

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

Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five Recently Separated Veterans, who apply and meet the qualifications for the vacancy, must be granted an interview.  To be considered a Recently Separated Veteran, you must meet all the following criteria:

• Have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States;
• Have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty OR have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty;
• Be a United States citizen or resident alien;
• Have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001 as shown on your form DD-214. 

To be considered under this legislation, you must meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; meet all of the above RSV criteria; and submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Caren Miller 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or Caren.Miller@state.mn.us.

Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis if you meet all of the following criteria:

• Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.
• Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
• Meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.

To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Caren Miller 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or Caren.Miller@state.mn.us, or fax 651-284-5723.

If you have questions about the position, contact Caren Miller at caren.miller@state.mn.us or 651-284-5119.

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 Caren Miller at caren.miller@state.mn.us.

About Labor & Industry Dept

The Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual-training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation and youth skills training programs. 

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.

• Job ID: 68447
• Location: St. Paul
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 8/10/2023
• Closing Date: 8/24/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Utilities Commission
• Division/Unit: Public Utilities Commission / Legal & Rulemaking Unit
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $34.45 - $51.25 / hourly; $71,931 - $107,010 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Telework Eligible: Yes - see below
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

• This position is not eligible for full-time telework. This position is required to appear regularly at the Commission offices in St. Paul, MN and this will be a hybrid role of both in-office and telework.
• A writing sample is required to be for considered for this role. Please see “Additional Requirements” at the bottom of this posting for instructions.

Job Summary
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission is guiding the state through important changes in the energy and telecommunications sectors, which have enormous impact on the daily lives of Minnesotans. To help with this work, the Public Utilities Commission will be hiring up to 3 attorneys to join the agency’s legal unit. This is an exciting opportunity to join an emerging practice area and serve the public.

This position will join an established, high performing team of attorneys with responsibility for writing Commission orders; assisting in administrative rulemaking efforts of the Commission; helping to provide legal advice to Commission staff; and reviewing legislative proposals.

Job Duties:

• Draft formal orders memorializing and articulating the legal and policy grounds for decisions of the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission
• Attend Commission meetings and record Commission decisions
• Lead and coordinate Commission rulemakings consistent with statutory requirements
• Review and draft proposed legislation

This position will be used to hire for up to 3 positions for the Legal & Rulemaking Unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minnesota Bar admission by time of hire.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a practicing lawyer (which may include experience as a judicial clerk)
• Demonstrated excellent writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in administrative law or public utilities law
• Judicial clerkship, particularly for an appellate court
• Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities.

Additional Requirements

A writing sample is a requirement to be considered for this position. Please submit your writing sample before the closing date of this position to: kate.kahlert@state.mn.us

This position requires successful completion of a reference check.

How to Apply

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

If you have questions about the position, contact Morgan Stafford at morgan.stafford@state.mn.us or 651-201-2208.

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 Morgan Stafford at morgan.stafford@state.mn.us.

About Public Utilities Comm

The Commission’s mission is to create and maintain a regulatory environment that ensures safe, adequate and efficient utility services at fair, reasonable rates consistent with State telecommunications and energy policies.

One of the key functions of the Commission in performing this mission is to balance the private and public interests affected in each docket, and to make decisions that appropriately balance these interests in a manner "consistent with the public interest.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants

Date Posted: 08/09/2023

Closing Date: 8/23/2023

M3 Salary Range: $127,994 - $194,998 / annually

Telework Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) to serve as the attorney manager of the Antitrust Division, which is housed in the Consumer Protection Section of the Office.  As the division manager, you will manage a division of five AAGs who protect healthy competition and fair markets for the benefit of all Minnesotans by enforcing state and federal antitrust laws.  These laws prohibit conduct that interferes with healthy business competition, such as monopoly abuse, anticompetitive mergers or acquisitions, and anticompetitive agreements not to compete.  In this position, you would be at the forefront of a revitalized era of antitrust enforcement and your work will have a direct, measurable impact on the lives of Minnesotans.

Antitrust attorneys can expect to participate in high-profile antitrust investigations and litigation in industries such as health care and agriculture that play a major role in Minnesota’s economy and have the opportunity to work closely with other states and federal antitrust enforcement agencies.  Such cases include, for example:  In re Generic Pharmaceuticals Antitrust Pricing Litigation – MDL 2724 (allegations of illegal price fixing by dozens of generic drug manufacturers for hundreds of generic drugs that treat cancer, diabetes, MS, and other conditions); FTC, et al. v. Syngenta Crop Protection AG, et al. (illegal suppression of competition from generic pesticide manufacturers through branded manufacturers use of “loyalty programs”); and the investigation of the proposed merger of Fairview Health Services and Sanford Health.

This position offers engaging, interesting, and fulfilling work.  The attorney division manager is responsible for overseeing the work of the division, including balancing the staffing needs of various investigations and cases with the interests of AAGs in particular subjects and industries.  The attorney division manager is also tasked with management of the professional development of the division’s AAGs, and ensuring ongoing training, leadership opportunities, and mentorship opportunities to support their growth.

If you are offered this position, you can expect to have a great deal of responsibility for and control over your daily work while also working with teams of attorneys who complement each other.  The division’s attorneys are all expected to manage their caseloads to ensure matters are moving expeditiously and to engage in public education and outreach to impacted communities, stakeholders, and advocates.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA 
• Licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain licensures within 90 days of hire 
• Six or more years of civil or criminal litigation experience
• Commitment to create a positive and inclusive work culture that obtains strong results 
• Proven ability to lead in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills (a cover letter including a writing sample of up to five pages is required with application) 
• Experience using electronic files, case management tools, and e-discovery platforms

IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter and writing sample (of up to five pages) together.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of complex civil litigation experience and/or in a law enforcement role
• Management experience
• Experience:
  • handling cases involving antitrust issues and/or knowledge of state and federal antitrust law
  • investigating and building cases for litigation, including government civil law enforcement actions or criminal prosecutions
  • in multidistrict litigation
• Experience or academic background in economics or data science

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
2. Apply for posting number 68398
3. Direct Link
4. Do not forget to upload: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages).

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1279.

Why Work For Us 

Diverse Workforce

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, fostering understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants

Date Posted: 8/9/2023

Closing Date: 8/23/2023

S1 Salary Range: $36.40 - $57.47/hourly; $76,000 - $120,000/annually

S2 Salary Range: $50.53 - $78.30/hourly; $105,500 - $163,500/annually

S3 Salary Range: $54.12 - $83.57 /hourly; $113,000 - $174,500/annually

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Protection Division of the Office, where they will work to enforce Minnesota’s consumer protection laws as well as lead an enhanced effort to enforce false claims matters pursuant to Minnesota’s False Claims Act, Minn. Stat. Ch. 15C.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on important consumer protection and false claims investigations and litigation that seek to protect state agencies and some of Minnesota’s most vulnerable and underserved communities around the State.  While the Office’s consumer protection work is for the benefit of all Minnesota consumers, much of the Office’s investigative work and enforcement actions are focused on unlawful business practices that target people of limited means, the elderly, students, children, and youth, as well as immigrant communities.  In this position, you would be at the forefront of cutting-edge consumer protection investigations that have a direct, measurable impact on the lives of Minnesota consumers.

Primary responsibilities also include for overseeing the Office’s (non-Medicaid) false claims enforcement work, including identifying enforcement and litigation priorities, developing legal strategies, and collaborating with federal and state enforcement partners.  As an AAG in the Consumer Protection Division, you will conduct and supervise confidential investigations and litigation addressing violations of Minnesota’s consumer protection laws and False Claims Act, as well as engage in community outreach, consumer protection trainings, and education to state agencies and personnel relating to the False Claims Act.

This position offers engaging, interesting, and fulfilling work well suited to the experience level and interests of individual AAGs.  The Office strives to balance the staffing needs of various consumer protection matters with the interests of AAGs in particular subjects and industries.  AAGs are encouraged to take on more responsibility as their careers progress, and will receive ongoing training, leadership opportunities, professional development, and mentorship opportunities to support their growth.  If you are offered this position, you can expect to have a great deal of responsibility for and control over your daily work and will be expected to manage your caseload to ensure matters are moving expeditiously.  A successful candidate in this position must be detail-oriented, creative, a problem solver, have a strong initiative and work ethic, and enjoy working within a fast-paced team-oriented community.  A commitment to public service work and to being a great consumer protection and false claims attorney is a must!

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota
• Outstanding writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Three years of civil or criminal litigation experience

IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages) in one document.

To be considered at the S2 level, candidates must have 6 years of related experience. To be considered at the S3 level, candidates must have 12 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of complex civil litigation experience
• Knowledge of federal and state consumer protection and/or False Claims Act law
• Experience handling cases involving consumer protection or False Claims Act issues
• Experience investigating and building cases for litigation, including cases involving consumer protection or False Claims Act claims
• Experience using electronic files, case management tools, and e-discovery platforms

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
2. Apply for posting number 68378
3. Direct Link

Do not forget to upload: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages).

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1279.

Why Work For Us 

Diverse Workforce

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, fostering understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants

Date Posted: 8/9/2023

Closing Date: 8/23/2023

S1 Salary Range: $36.40 - $57.47/hourly; $76,000 - $120,000/annually

S2 Salary Range: $50.53 - $78.30/hourly; $105,500 - $163,500/annually

S3 Salary Range: $54.12 - $83.57 /hourly; $113,000 - $174,500/annually

Telework Eligible:  Yes/Hybrid

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General (“AAG”) to lead the Consumer Protection Section’s efforts to provide restitution to individuals and entities harmed by violations of Minnesota’s consumer protection, charities, and wage theft laws.  In this role, you will be primarily responsible for overseeing the process for distributing restitution in multiple matters, which may include coordinating with third-party claims administrators and handling related processes (such as unclaimed property).  In addition, you will lead the Consumer Protection Section’s efforts to collect judgments owed to the State, in furtherance of both restituting victims and returning money to the State’s general fund.  You will also assist other AAGs in the Consumer Protection Section with both substantive and procedural bankruptcy issues that arise when targets of investigations or defendants in litigation file for bankruptcy protection.

In this role, you will also have the opportunity to work on important consumer protection investigations and litigation that seek to protect some of Minnesota’s most vulnerable and underserved communities around the State.  While the Office’s consumer protection work is for the benefit of all Minnesota consumers, much of the Office’s investigative work and enforcement actions are focused on unlawful business practices that target people of limited means, the elderly, students, children, and youth, as well as immigrant communities.  In this position, you would be at the forefront of cutting-edge consumer protection investigations that have a direct, measurable impact on the lives of Minnesota consumers.

This position offers a rare opportunity to help strengthen a priority area within the Attorney General’s Office and requires a dynamic individual who must be organized, detail-oriented, creative, a problem solver, have a strong initiative and work ethic, and possess excellent legal and interpersonal skills.  The Office strives to balance the staffing needs of various consumer protection matters with the interests of AAGs in particular subjects and industries.  AAGs are encouraged to take on more responsibility as their careers progress, and will receive ongoing training, leadership opportunities, professional development, and mentorship opportunities to support their growth.  If you are offered this position, you can expect to have a great deal of responsibility for and control over your daily work and will be expected to manage your caseload to ensure matters are moving expeditiously.  A commitment to public service work and to being a great restitution, collections, and bankruptcy attorney is a must!

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota
• Outstanding organization, writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Excel

Along with a cover letter, applicants must also submit a writing sample of up to 5 pages.

To be considered at the S2 level, candidates must have 6 years of related experience. To be considered at the S3 level, candidates must have 12 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of civil litigation, collections, and/or bankruptcy experience
• Knowledge of federal bankruptcy procedure and issues including Chapters 7, 11, 11 (subchapter V), and 13
• Knowledge of federal and state collections (including voidable transactions), and consumer protection law
• Experience handling cases involving consumer protection issues
• Experience investigating and building cases for litigation, including cases involving consumer protection claims

Although collections, bankruptcy, and/or consumer protection experience is a strength, the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office is particularly interested in applications from litigators generally.  Attorneys with experience in class action litigation, commercial litigation, or other litigation fields are encouraged to apply.  Attorneys who lack the above-listed experience, but who have other experience that they believe would be relevant to the Division’s work are also encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
2. Apply for posting number 68379
3. Direct Link
4. Applicants must submit a writing sample of up to 5 pages with their cover letter.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1279.

Why Work For Us 

Diverse Workforce

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony.  As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

LEGAL SECRETARY

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 08/09/2023

Closing Date: 08/23/2023

Position Salary Range: $21.55 - $29.08/hourly; $44,996 - $60,719/annually

Telework Eligible: Yes/Hybrid

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.

The Office is seeking a Legal Secretary to support the Environmental and Natural Resources Division located at our Town Square Tower office location. Specifically, these positions will support attorneys, paralegals, and investigators as directed by the supervisor. 

The work includes but is not limited to preparing legal documents and briefs, efiling, filing, serving legal documents, opening and closing files, retaining records, and occasionally transcribing documents.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work environment after successful completion of onboarding and training.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
  • English sufficient to perform the job duties using reading, writing, and speaking skills; communicate effectively with internal and external customers during in-person, e-mail/written, and phone interactions
  • Legal terminology sufficient to comprehend and draft a variety of legal documents
  • Current data entry procedures, including filing and storage
• Skill in:
  • Preparing and processing legal papers and correspondence including but are not limited to: legal pleadings, briefs, appellate court notices and motions, memoranda of law, legislation, transcripts, delegation orders, correspondence, search warrants, complaints, memos, charts, service letters, and affidavits of service
  • Word processing sufficient to use software, such as Microsft Word, to type and format letters, memos, reports, and other documents
• Ability to:
  • Learn how to establish, maintain, and use electronic databases

• Create, file, retrieve, and destroy electronic and paper records according to retention schedules
• Use customer skills on the phone, in person, and online to provide effective general and specialized office support (this requires common courtesy, tact, interest in positive problem solving, empathy, and the ability to organize ideas logically)

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of legal secretary, legal administrative assistant, or related post-secondary training or certification OR two or more years as a legal secretary
  • Knowledge of eFiling procedures in various courts

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, August 23, 2023.

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
2. Apply for posting number 68360
3. Direct Link

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1279.

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 K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1279.

Why Work For Us 

Diverse Workforce

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, fostering understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources, and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive service to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.