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Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Appeals Division

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 2d ago

Working Title: Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Appeals Division

Job Class: Staff Attorney 1, 2, or 3

Agency: Attorney General's Office

Job ID : 87687

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes, hybrid

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 07/22/2025

Closing Date : 08/04/2025

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

Division/Unit : Attorney Gen. / Appeals

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Staff Attorney 1 Salary Range: $36.40 - $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 - $119,997 / annually

Staff Attorney 2 Salary Range: $50.53 - $78.30 / hourly; $105,506 - $163,490 / annually

Staff Attorney 3 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 Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Criminal Appeals division of the Office. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified professional to join a highly committed team that handles important public safety and legal matters for the State of Minnesota.

Duties of the position will primarily include representing the prosecution in appeals. The position also includes training law enforcement officers and attorneys and serving as a resource for other divisions of the office and prosecutors throughout Minnesota.

A successful candidate will have the opportunity to support the mission of the office by:

Writing briefs representing the State in criminal appeals at the Minnesota Court of Appeals and Minnesota Supreme Court

Representing the State in oral arguments before both courts

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in-office work and telework).

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and actively licensed in good standing to practice law in the State of Minnesota

5 or more years of experience practicing in the area of criminal law appeals

Outstanding writing, research, and oral communication/advocacy skills (writing sample is required with application submission)

Experience using electronic files and case management tools

Ability to:

multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines

contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with clients and members of the public

exercise excellent judgement, character, and work ethic

Proven ability to work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment

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

Preferred Qualifications

At least one argument on a criminal appeal before the Minnesota Supreme Court in the last three years

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 addition, this position requires successful background clearance including fingerprinting to access Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS).

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.

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