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Working Title: Investigator

Job Class: Legal Assistant 5, 6, 7

Agency: Attorney General's Office

+ **Job ID** : 89203

+ **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** : 10/01/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 10/15/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Attorney Gen. / Health & Teacher Licensing Division

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Legal Assistant 5 Attorney General Salary Range:** $25.14 - $37.60 / hourly; $52,492 - $78,508 / annually

+ **Legal Assistant 6 Attorney General Salary Range:** $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually

+ **Legal Assistant 7 Attorney General Salary Range:** $31.61 - $47.69 / hourly; $66,001 - $99,576 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

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

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ 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 Investigator in the Health and Teacher Licensing Division of the Office.

The Office's Health and Teacher Licensing Division represents Minnesota’s 16 health-related licensing boards in litigation and administrative actions related to the boards’ licensure and regulatory oversight of healthcare providers. Investigators improve the quality of healthcare for all Minnesotans by investigating complaints received by the state’s health-related licensing boards alleging misconduct by healthcare providers. Complaints against healthcare providers generally involve allegations of substandard practice, unprofessional or unethical conduct, fraudulent or abusive billing, improper prescribing of controlled substances, sexual misconduct, or violation of professional boundaries with patients.

Key functions of this position include collaborating with assistant attorneys general and board staff; obtaining, evaluating, and analyzing documents, such as medical records, billing records, and employment records; interviewing complainants, patients, witnesses, and healthcare providers who are the subject of complaints; drafting reports summarizing investigative findings; and assisting attorneys with drafting documents and preparing for trials and other proceedings.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment, with some in-office workdays required.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree OR 4 years of demonstrable similar experience

+ Ability to perform assigned job responsibilities with a high level of professionalism

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

+ Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

+ Demonstrated skill in research and writing, critical thinking, and communication (writing sample is required with application submission)

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

To be considered at the Legal Assistant 6 level, candidates must have at least 5 years of directly related experience. To be considered at the Legal Assistant 7 level, candidates must have at least 10 years of directly related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Education or experience in healthcare

+ Education or experience in civil investigations

+ Education or experience in administrative investigations

+ Knowledge of medical terminology, record-keeping, and prescribing practices

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 investigation prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:

+ SEMA4 Records Check (state employment records)

+ Criminal History Check

+ Employment Reference Check

+ Education/License Verification

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.