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Working Title: Legal Analyst

Job Class: Legal Analyst

Agency: Nursing Board

• Job ID : 79685

• Location : Mendota Heights

• Telework Eligible : Yes/hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/15/2024

• Closing Date : 12/02/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Nursing Board / Nursing Board-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Nursing Board / Research & Public Relations

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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 Minnesota Board of Nursing exists to protect the public’s health and safety through regulation of nursing, education, licensure and practice. The board conducts business through five major service areas: credentialing, education, discipline/complaint resolution, nursing practice and data.

This position supports public health and safety by providing legal-related support to the Board of Nursing in complaint processing. The incumbent, in coordination with the Nursing Practice Specialist, reviews and analyzes data and legal issues of complaint cases. They draft legal documents for review by the Attorney General's Office including Notices of Conference, Orders of Automatic Suspension, Stipulation and Consent Orders, Affidavits, and others. The responsibility requires knowledge of the judicial system and administrative law process, an understanding of professional licensure regulation, complaint documentation, investigative data, and nursing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience that emphasizes collecting and organizing evidence, researching and analyzing documents for legal factual application, and producing drafts of legal documents.

• Moderate understanding of medical terminology sufficient to provide a thorough analysis of cases.

• Understanding of legal terminology sufficient to draft legally sufficient documents that meet the Board's regulatory needs.

• Experience managing multiple cases or projects which includes prioritizing responsibilities and completing assignments in a timely and accurate manner.

• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).

*Bachelor's degree in the areas of legal studies, public administration, or a related field may substitute for one year of experience. Associate may substitute for six (6) months of experience as described.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with and knowledge of the rules, policies, procedures and regulations related to nursing professions.

• Knowledge of Administrative law process.

• Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. This position requires successful completion of reference and background checks.

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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.