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Working Title: Assistant Attorney General - Public Safety Division

Job Class: Staff Attorney 1 / 2 / 3

Agency: Attorney General's Office

• Job ID : 80687

• 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 : 10/03/2024

• Closing Date : 10/17/2024

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

• Division/Unit : Attorney Gen. / PublicSafety

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

• S1 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range: $36.40 - $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 - $119,997 / annually

• S2 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range: $50.53 - $78.30 / hourly; $105,506 - $163,490 / annually

• S3 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range: $54.12 - $83.57 / hourly; $113,002 - $174,494 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• 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 Public Safety Division serves an important role within the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General. Lawyers in the Public Safety Division represent the Commissioner of Public Safety on matters involving implied consent, revocations, forfeitures, and title matters; provide advice, counsel and representation to several boards; and respond to citizen inquiries. The work includes frequent court appearances including evidentiary hearings/trials in district court and before the Office of Administrative Hearings, appellate advocacy, and other civil litigation.

The successful applicant will be able to:

• prepare matters for trial, including motions, witness preparation, and discovery;

• appear in court remotely and in person;

• draft post-hearing legal memorandum and appellate briefs;

• manage a large and dynamic case load and discovery;

• advise clients and boards; and

• respond to citizen inquiries.

This position requires travel to counties throughout the state.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment with some days in the office required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain licensure within 90 days of hire

• Excellent research and writing skills (a cover letter with writing sample is required with application submission)

• Strong research, analytical, and trial strategy skills

• Ability to:

• Travel to counties throughout the state

• Contribute positively to an inclusive, creative team and interact successfully with clients and members of the public

• Multitask by managing an active caseload and meet tight deadlines

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

To be considered at the S2 S2level, candidates must have at least 6 6years of directly related experience. To be considered at the S3 level, candidates must have at least 12 12years of directly related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Litigation experience, including district court clerkship

• Appellate experience, including drafting briefs or appellate court clerkship

• Experience using electronic files and case management tools

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

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Criminal History Check

• Education / License Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

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