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Working Title: Assistant Attorney General - Medicaid Fraud Division

Job Class: S3 (Attorney General's Office)

Agency: Attorney General's Office

+ **Job ID** : 88516

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 08/29/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 09/11/2025

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

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

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

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

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

+ **S1 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range:** $36.40 - $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 - $119,997 / annually

+ **S2 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range:** $50.53 - $78.30 / hourly; $105,506 - $163,490 / annually

+ **S3 (Attorney General's Office)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 in the Medicaid Fraud Division of the Office.

The incumbent will serve primarily as a criminal prosecutor working to protect the integrity of Minnesota’s medical assistance program and ensure accountability for those who defraud it. The division also prosecutes abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults upon referral from county attorneys’ offices, many of whom come from lesser populated counties. The division responds to criminal appeals and post-conviction petitions as well. Finally, the incumbent may also handle a limited civil case load of False Claims Act cases.

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

+ Traveling periodically throughout Minnesota, as cases can be filed anywhere in the state

+ Contributing positively to a team and interacting successfully with clients and members of the public

+ Litigating independently and making strategic legal decisions on a diverse caseload

+ Multitasking by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines

+ Working in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in-office work and telework).

Minimum Qualifications

+ Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and actively licensed in good standing to practice law in the State of Minnesota (or current licensure within another state with ability to transfer licensure within 90 days of hire)

+ Outstanding writing, research, and oral communication/advocacy skills (writing sample is required with application submission)

+ Strong research, analytical, and trial strategy skills

+ Ability to:

+ travel to counties throughout the state

+ multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines

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

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

+ Proven ability to show excellent judgement, character, and work ethic

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

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience practicing criminal law as a prosecutor of defense attorney

+ Experience using electronic files and case management tools

+ Familiarity with Medicaid

+ Experience with, or interest in, working on lengthy, complex, document-intensive cases

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 addition, this position requires successful background clearance including fingerprinting to access Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS).

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.