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Working Title: Assistant Attorney General

Job Class: Staff Attorney 1, 2 or 3 (Attorney General's Office)

Agency: Attorney General's Office

+ **Job ID** : 86110

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, hybrid

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 05/08/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 05/22/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Attorney General's Office / Attorney General-Excluded Oth

+ **Division/Unit** : Attorney Gen. / Education

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

+ **Staff Attorney 1 Salary Range:** $36.40 - $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 - $119,997 / annually

+ **Staff Attorney 2 Salary Range:** $50.53 - $78.30 / hourly; $105,506 - $163,490 / annually

+ **Staff Attorney 3 Salary Range:** $54.12 - $83.57 / hourly; $113,002 - $174,494 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

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.

The Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) in the Education Division of the Office. The AAG’s primary caseload will involve representing the Minnesota Department of Education and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities in lawsuits and administrative proceedings. The AAG may also advise and represent one or more of the three public pension funds in litigation. This work may include opportunities to defend claims that Minnesota statutes are unconstitutional or to work on cases of state-wide impact.

A successful candidate will have the opportunity to support the mission of the office by:

+ Litigating cases in state and federal district courts and at the Office of Administrative Hearings;

+ Advising agency clients during administrative appeals;

+ Acting as lead counsel in all phases of assigned cases, including pleading, discovery, trial, and appeal with minimal oversight;

+ Assisting and supporting other AAGs in the division on cases requiring more than one attorney; and

+ Responding to citizen inquiries.

This position requires travel to counties throughout the state and is eligible for a hybrid (combination of in-office and telework) work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota

+ Three years of complex civil litigation experience (clerkships may count for up to one year of experience)

+ An interest in handling cases involving complex statutory schemes

+ Ability to litigate autonomously and make strategic legal decisions as lead counsel on a diverse caseload

+ Ability to counsel and advise clients throughout all stages of a case

+ Experience using electronic files, case management tools, and e-discovery platforms

+ Proven ability to contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with clients and members of the public

+ Excellent research and writing skills

+ Proven ability to multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines

+ Proven ability to work in an inclusive, creative and collaborative work environment

**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 Staff Attorney 2 level, candidates must have at least 6 years of directly related experience. To be considered at the Staff Attorney 3 level, candidates must have at least 12 years of directly related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Five or more years of complex litigation experience, including the use of experts at trial

+ Knowledge of state and federal education laws, knowledge of state and federal laws governing public pensions, or a proven track record of handling cases that implicate complex statutory schemes

+ Knowledge of administrative law

Physical Requirements

+ Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 20 pounds

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Criminal History Check

+ Education / License Verification

+ Employment Reference / Records Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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.