Working Title: Associate General Counsel
Job Class: Staff Attorney 1
Agency: Commerce Department
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.
Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the state of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.
Internal candidates should contact the Human Resources Representative listed on the job posting with questions.
The position will provide legal counsel to the Insurance Division of the Department of Commerce through the Legal Services Division. The position advises the Insurance Division managers, supervisors, and staff and coordinates with other agency legal counsel and the Attorney General's Office. The position will conduct legal and policy research, engage in the rulemaking and legislative drafting processes, work with division leadership and staff and other attorneys in the division, and produce written products for a variety of audiences and purposes.
Two (2) years of legal experience in litigation and/or administrative law in a law firm, government, or as in house counsel.
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Current license and in good standing to practice law in the state of Minnesota is required prior to appointment.
Knowledge of the rules of evidence, legal procedure, and legal research methodology.
Experience drafting and editing legal documents and briefs (subpoenas, orders for document production and administrative orders), and legal memos.
Knowledge of the state legislative process and administrative law and rulemaking.
Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.
Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and drivers' license check prior to appointment.
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Commerce protects the public interest through a broad range of regulations and programs. We oversee more than 40 industry areas in Minnesota and license about 250,000 professionals and businesses to ensure that their services and products are fair, accessible, and comply with state laws.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
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Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
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