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General Counsel Legal Assistant

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 4h ago

Working Title: General Counsel Legal Assistant

Job Class: Management Analyst 3

Agency: Revenue Department

Job ID : 90306

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 11/25/2025.

Date Posted : 11/17/2025

Closing Date : 12/01/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Department / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE

Division/Unit : Office of General Counsel / Litigation

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

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

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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.

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to support the work of the Office of General Counsel and its legal services to the Department of Revenue in multiple areas including, litigation management, records management, personnel and tax litigation cases and other complex legal service areas. This work involves communicating with both internal and external stakeholders on litigation issues and other sensitive matters; developing, implementing, and maintaining processes to organize and coordinate complex Office of General Counsel projects and processes--including processes relating to management and processing of large datasets for litigations, discovery, subpoenas, or data requests; preliminary review of case records, preparing first drafts of litigation documents to support attorney legal work.

This role is designated as an in-office position and requires full-time onsite attendance.

A writing assessment will be required as part of the selection process. Interviews for this position will take place in person.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience providing legal support services in a law office, corporate legal department, government legal division, or similar.

Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documents including those used in litigation and administrative actions.

Strong organizational skills sufficient to plan, coordinate and track activities for multiple high-volume legal specialty areas.

Experience analyzing, identifying, and implementing ways to establish and improve systems and processes.

Proficiency with legal case management systems and common office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, document management tools).

Preferred Qualifications

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, recommend and implement solutions.

Proven ability to work effectively and respectfully with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, roles, and levels of authority.

One (1) year of customer service work experience communicating orally and/or in writing with customers in a legal setting.

Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks independently, and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to draft clear, concise, and accurate correspondence.

Experience managing projects or case coordination, including tracking progress, anticipating needs, and taking ownership of outcomes.

Knowledge and experience with Minnesota Court systems and procedures.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, computer monitors, and other office items.

Additional Requirements

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

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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