• Paralegal

    State of Minnesota (St. Paul, MN)


    Working Title: Paralegal

     

    Job Class: Paralegal

    Agency: Clemency Review Commission

    + **Job ID** : 90026

    + **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** : 11/05/2025

    + **Closing Date** : 11/18/2025

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Clemency Review Commission / Clemency Rev Com - AFSCME

    + **Division/Unit** : ClemencyReviewCommission(CRC) / Clemency Executive Director St

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

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

    + **Travel Required** : No

    + **Salary Range:** $29.68 - $38.14 / hourly; $61,971 - $79,636 / annually

    + **Classified Status** : Unclassified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

    + **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 Clemency Review Commission (CRC) is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Paralegal to support the clemency application review process for the Minnesota Board of Pardons. This position plays a key role in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of clemency investigations by managing case records, conducting legal research, and preparing case summaries and communications.

    As a Paralegal, you will:

    + Conduct criminal history searches and review clemency applications for statutory eligibility.

    + Collaborate with legal analysts and CRC staff to prepare case summaries and meeting materials.

    + Manage and organize legal documents, court records, and correspondence with applicants, victims, and justice system partners.

    + Support the planning and execution of Commission and Board meetings.

    + Maintain accurate data and contribute to process improvements.

     

    Learn more about the Clemency Review Commission at: https://mn.gov/crc/

     

    This position is eligible for up to a 50% hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework agreement, onsite attendance will be required for team meetings or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for details.

    Minimum Qualifications

    One (1) year of experience conducting or supporting legal analysis in a criminal justice, court related, or other regulatory setting. Experience must include drafting and maintaining legal documents.

     

    _Completion of a formal paralegal or legal assistant program resulting a degree or certification may substitute for six months of experience._

    Applicants who meet the above will be further assessed on the following:

    + Knowledge of criminal law, sentencing practices, and legal terminology.

    + Knowledge of conducting legal research and/or analyzing statutes, rules, or case law.

    + Proficiency using legal databases and case management systems such as Westlaw.

    + Written communication skills including the ability to draft legal summaries and professional correspondence which are concise, accurate, and tactful.

    + Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and workflow or document management tools.

    + Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail and meet deadlines independently.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Associate’s degree or higher in paralegal studies, legal studies, criminal justice, or a closely related field.

    + Experience working with sensitive or confidential data.

    + Experience working with clemency, pardon, or expungement processes.

    + Knowledge or experience with records management and process improvement best practices.

    + Familiarity with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA).

    + Cultural sensitivity and awareness to effectively work with diverse populations and promote equity to those impacted by the criminal justice system.

    Additional Requirements

    All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant successfully passing a background check which may include but is not limited to a criminal background check through American Databank, employment history/reference checks, and a fingerprint-based records check.

    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.