Senior Attorney / Staff Attorney 2

Location: St. Paul
Telework eligible: Yes (applicants must reside in Minnesota or a bordering state within 50 miles of the primary work location)
Full-time, unlimited position

About the role

The Senior Attorney serves as a subject matter expert in the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Legal Division – Licensing Division unit. This position performs complex attorney functions relating to data practices and data management, the issuance of licensing actions, administrative reconsiderations, administrative appeals, and litigation related to background studies, maltreatment, and licensing actions issued by the Licensing Division.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert in the overall laws, rules, and policies relating to the Licensing Division functions and related due process.
• Independently handle complex litigation and advise Licensing Division management and staff, the Attorney General’s Office, county attorneys, and other agency staff on complex legal issues, with a high degree of judgment and skill based on experience and subject matter knowledge.
• Prepare memoranda, reconsideration decisions, and other legal documents relating to complex Licensing Division functions and related due process.
• Handle data practices requests and related legal questions.
• Maintain good working knowledge of each OIG Division to identify and raise potential cross-divisional impacts to the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel.

Requirements

• JD degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Current license and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota.
• At least three (3) years’ experience as a practicing attorney in an area of law related to the position, including administrative law, child or vulnerable adult protection law, criminal or juvenile delinquency law, or related civil legal experience. Experience must demonstrate:
  • Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience providing legal advice on diverse and complex human services and data privacy matters.
  • Experience in one or more areas of law including administrative law, child or vulnerable adult protection law, criminal or juvenile delinquency law, or related civil legal experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience litigating cases in administrative, civil, or criminal courts or knowledge and technical experience in venues such as the Court of Administrative Hearings or fair hearings under Minnesota Statutes, section 256.045.
• Knowledge and experience with data privacy law and regulation, including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act.
• Experience reviewing and summarizing case decisions from district court, administrative hearings, and appellate courts.
• Experience consistently managing multiple complex projects at various stages of completion.
• Experience working for a government agency or organization.
• Experience drafting or reviewing contracts.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a background investigation prior to employment, including:
  • Criminal background check
  • Reference check
  • Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
• Complete the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security Awareness training within 3 business days from the start of employment.
• Successfully obtain/retain CJIS certification annually.

Pay

$39.22 - $58.35 / hourly; $81,891 - $121,834 / annually

Schedule

Day shift: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

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 that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Support to help you reach your career goals:
  • 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 issues
  • Daily living/convenience services (chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care)

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.