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Staff Attorney & Grant Agreement Unit Supervisor - Staff Attorney Supervisor

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

Working Title: Staff Attorney & Grant Agreement Unit Supervisor

Job Class: Staff Attorney Supervisor

Agency: Transportation Dept

Job ID : 89404

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 : 10/06/2025

Closing Date : 10/27/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MMA

Division/Unit : Transit / Planning

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $46.91 - $67.01 / hourly; $97,948 - $139,916 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

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 Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position provides legal counsel to the Office of Transit and Active Transportation (OTAT) and supervises its Grant Agreements Unit. It ensures legal compliance and efficient contract coordination for state and federal transportation programs related to transit, shared mobility and active transportation. The role serves as OTAT's primary legal liaison with internal MnDOT offices and federal agencies, represents the office in legislative and regulatory settings, and may oversee administrative rulemaking under the Minnesota Administrative Procedures Act.

Minimum Qualifications

Possess a Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association-accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in Minnesota.

AND

Two years of professional supervisory experience OR three years advanced professional real estate or environmental law experience that demonstrates:

Legal drafting skills sufficient to draft complex contracts;

Legal analysis skills sufficient to comprehend case law, statutes, and regulations and to apply findings to specific facts and circumstances; and

Client counseling skills sufficient to provide complex information.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supervising staff.

Experience with government programs and regulations.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, and Education/License Verification.

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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