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Associate General Counsel

Salary

$108,555.20 - $176,196.80 Annually

Location

390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2026-00016

Division

Regional Administration

Department

Legal Administration

Opening Date

01/14/2026

Closing Date

1/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

We are theMetropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

TheOffice of General Counselprovides legal representation, guidance, analysis, and services to the Council, its Chair, members and committees, the Regional Administrator, and staff; protects the legal rights of the Council and assists in achieving its objectives; helps develop and implement Council policies; and helps the Council fulfill its responsibilities within applicable legal, auditing, and jurisdictional authorities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

Associate General Counselgenerally works in litigation and advising in the following substantive areas: data practices, employment law, comprehensive planning and land use, intergovernmental contracting, public contracts and procurement, construction law, open meeting law, environmental law, and real property law. This particular position will be focused on advising on the Council’s policies and procedures, the Council’s responsibilities under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, and internal investigations by the Council, including those involving protected class status. These primary work areas may change depending on the needs of the Council.

Note: This position is eligible for a hybrid (remote up to two days per week) telework arrangement after the six-month probationary period. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

What you would do in this job

+ Provide verbal and written legal advice to the Council, its Chair and members, the Regional Administrator, and other Council management and staff on a wide variety of topics.

+ Provide advice to the Council’s Data Practices Office regarding the Council’s obligations under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act.

+ Draft, review, and provide advice on Council policies and procedures.

+ Advise the Council regarding internal investigations, including those involving employment and protected class status.

+ Draft, review, or provide advice on Council contracts, grants, loans, leases, intergovernmental agreements and amendments, and provide advice on relevant contracting laws and procedures, negotiating positions, and legal compliance.

+ Represent the Council, or manage outside counsel, in state and federal litigation, administrative hearings, and arbitrations in various matters including but not limited to comprehensive planning, construction, real property, employment, civil rights, and environmental.

+ Draft legislation and legislative amendments and monitor legislative activities affecting the Council and its operations.

+ Conduct legal research and analysis on federal, state, and local law that affects Council policies, programs, and operations.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

A JD degree from a law school and seven or more years of recent experience in the practice of law.

Licensing Requirement:

Licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and in good standing. Also, valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

Current admission to practice in the Federal District Court of Minnesota. Preference given to those with substantive and litigation experience in Minnesota in a governmental setting or representing governmental entities with concentration in one or more of the following areas within the last 10 years:

+ Legal research and writing in a variety of subject areas

+ Data Privacy of Government Data – including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act

+ Public Sector Representation – including open meeting law, public purpose doctrine, ethics, immunities and tort caps, condemnation, and other areas

+ Policies and Procedures – drafting, reviewing, and advising on policies and procedures, preferably for a government entity

+ Internal Investigations – including employment and protected class matters

+ Public Contracts and Procurement – public contracts for goods and services, public construction contracts involving state and federal financing/grant and loan funds, intergovernmental agreements, and disadvantaged business programs

+ Comprehensive Planning and Land Use – local comprehensive plans, metropolitan system and policy plans, regional grant and loan programs

+ Technology Law – data security, artificial intelligence, data preservation and collection

+ Environmental Law – knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to air and water, and environmental review processes

+ Experience promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

Knowledge of:

+ Civil and governmental law (including data practices and open meeting law; public purpose doctrine; government real estate; contract law; environmental law; construction law; procurement law; and federal, state and local administrative law).

+ Other governmental agencies' procedures at the federal, state, and local levels.

+ Laws, rules and regulations that govern or affect the Council and its operations.

Ability to:

+ Interpret, apply, and explain the relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to courts, lawyers, and nonlawyers.

+ Plan, organize, and perform work effectively, independently, and in a timely manner.

+ Prepare and represent the Council or oversee outside counsel in civil litigation and administrative law hearings.

+ Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

+ Establish and maintain collaborative, cooperative, and effective working relationships with others.

+ Promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.

What you can expect from us:

+ We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

+ We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.

+ We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)

Additional information

Union/Grade: Non-Represented / Pay Grade K

FLSA Status: Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:

Work is performed in a standard law office setting. Some assignments may require travel to other sites. [GH1]

What steps the recruitment process involves:

+ We review your minimum qualifications.

+ We rate your education and experience.

+ We conduct a structured panel interview.

+ We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check. A driving record check will be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email [email protected].

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

+ Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

+ Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

+ Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

+ Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

+ Well@Work clinic

+ bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

+ parking at many job locations

+ fitness centers at many job locations

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. Resumes will not be accepted for this recruitment. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

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+ No

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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?

+ CareerForce Center

+ Community Event/Organization

+ Employee Referral

+ Facebook

+ Glassdoor

+ Indeed

+ Job Fair

+ LinkedIn

+ Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

+ Twitter

+ Website: governmentjobs.com

+ Website: metrocouncil.org

+ Website: metrotransit.org

+ Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com

+ Other

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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.

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Do you have a JD from a law school and seven or more years of recent experience in the practice of law?

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+ No

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Are you licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and in good standing?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you have current admission to practice in the Federal District Court of Minnesota?

+ Yes

+ No

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Please indicate below the areas in which you have experience in Minnesota in a governmental setting or representing governmental entities within the last 10 years (select all that apply).

+ Data Privacy of government data – including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act

+ Public Sector Representation – including open meeting law, public purpose doctrine, immunities and tort caps, condemnation, and other areas

+ Policies and Procedures – drafting, reviewing, and advising on policies and procedures, preferably for a government entity

+ Internal Investigations – including those involving employment and protected class status

+ Public Contracts and Procurement – public contracts for goods and services, public construction contracts involving state and federal financing/grant and loan funds, intergovernmental agreements, and disadvantaged business programs

+ Comprehensive Planning and Land Use – local comprehensive plans, metropolitan system and policy plans, regional grant and loan programs

+ Technology Law – data security, artificial intelligence, data preservation and collection

+ Environmental Law – knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to air and water, and environmental review processes

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If you indicated that you have data privacy of government data experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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If you indicated that you have public sector representation experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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If you indicated that you have policies and procedures experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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If you indicated that you have internal investigations experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. Please specifically address if this included protected class investigations. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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If you indicated that you have public contracts and procurement experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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If you indicated that you have comprehensive planning and land use experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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If you indicated that you have technology law experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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If you indicated that you have environmental law experience in question #7, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."

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The Metropolitan Council values a workplace that is as diverse as the people we serve. We seek candidates who are going to promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees. Please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment or how you would promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment.

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Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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