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Working Title: Associate General Counsel Program Integrity Lead

Job Class: Staff Attorney 3

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 91029

+ **Location** : Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 01/15/2026

+ **Closing Date** : 02/04/2026

+ **Bid Open:** 01/15/2026

+ **Bid Close:** 01/21/2026

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / General Counsel

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $42.94 - $63.69 / hourly; $89,658 - $132,984 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.

As the Associate General Counsel Program Integrity Lead with the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), you will provide legal advice and strategies to MDE staff and leadership and serve as a subject matter expert on statutes and rules under the jurisdiction of or affecting MDE, with a focus on program integrity matter programs administered and overseen by MDE. This position will provide advice and training to assigned business units.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

+ Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school;

+ Current license and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota, or have the ability to do so within six months of hire;

+ At least four (4) years experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or public sector setting

Experience must include the following demonstrated skills, abilities and knowledge bases:

+ Drafting and reviewing policies, practices, procedures, and communications related to legal and regulatory requirements.

+ Experience working with federal and state regulatory frameworks.

+ Knowledge and experience in federal food programs and school choice programs.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in legal compliance, regulatory law, internal investigations, internal controls, or risk management.

+ Demonstrated interest in legal issues relating to education or childhood nutrition.

+ Experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

+ Experience working for a government entity.

+ Sound decision making and exercise of professional judgement and discretion.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

+ Employment Reference Check

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Driver's License Check

+ Criminal Background Check

+ Education Background Check

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.