• Head Appellate Counsel-Executive Director

    State of Minnesota (St. Paul, MN)


    Working Title: Head Appellate Counsel-Executive Director

     

    Job Class: Head Appellate Counsel

    Agency: Appellate Counsel & Training Office

    + **Job ID** : 91294

    + **Location** : St. Paul

    + **Telework Eligible** : Yes-at least 50% in office to comply with Governor's return to office requirement

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

    + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited, Unclassified

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

    + **Date Posted** : 01/09/2026

    + **Closing Date** : 01/30/2026

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Appellate Counsel & Training Office Managerial

    + **Division/Unit** : Appellate Counsel & Training Office

    + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Not Applicable

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

    + **Travel Required** : Yes up to 30%

    + **Salary Range:** $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually

    + **Classified Status** : Unclassified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrepresented

    + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

    + 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 of Appellate Counsel and Training (OACT) seeks to hire a Head Appellate Counsel. OACT was created during the 2023 legislative session of the Minnesota State Legislature and is responsible for providing appellate representation, support, and training for juvenile protection matters in state or Tribal jurisdictions.

     

    This position exists to provide administrative and strategic leadership for the Office of Appellate Counsel and Training. The Executive Director implements OACT strategic vision, advocates for appropriate public and private responses to policies, and will be responsible for performing the executive duties as outlined in Minnesota Statute (260C.419).

     

    This is a Statutory Unclassified position, which means that the incumbent serves at the will of the Board of Appellate Counsel and Training and does not acquire permanent status. The Managerial Plan, authorized by M.S. 43A.18, subdivision 3, establishes the compensation, terms, and conditions of employment for this position identified by the Commissioner of Minnesota Management and Budget as managerial.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Possession of a JurisDoctorate (J.D.)

    + Currentlicense in goodstanding topractice lawintheStateofMinnesota.

    + Knowledge of juvenile protection matters.

    + Knowledge of the legislative process.

    + Knowledge of and ability to interpret Minnesota statutes, policies and rules.

    AND

    At least five (5) years of professional and progressive leadership experience sufficient to lead a small agency including:

    + Knowledge in principles of administrative management sufficient to plan, organize, and direct human and fiscal resources to achieve full productivity under changing circumstances.

    + Knowledge and experience with project management and/or strategic planning.

    + Applicants must provide a cover letter to their application expressing their interest in the position.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience leading a new initiative that includes integration with numerous partners.

    + Ability to prepare a variety of reports and press releases.

    + Experience with budget management.

    + Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of public policy analysis and development.

    + Experience developing comprehensive training program.

    Physical Requirements

    This is a sedentary position. It requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and laptops or accounting boxes. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

    Additional Requirements

    This position requires successful completion of the following:

    + SEMA4 Records Check (this applies to current and former State of Minnesota employees only)

    + Criminal History Check

    + Reference Check

    + Driver's License Check

    + Court 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.