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Real Estate Title Attorney - Staff Attorney 2

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

Working Title: Real Estate Title Attorney

Job Class: Staff Attorney 2

Agency: Transportation Department

Job ID : 90849

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 : 12/16/2025

Closing Date : 12/22/2025

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

Division/Unit : Land Management / Land Management

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

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

Salary Range: $38.55 - $57.35 / hourly; $80,492 - $119,746 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

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

FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

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.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may 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 is responsible for implementing the title services program in the Office of Land Management by providing state-wide assistance to MnDOT in securing good and marketable title to the real estate the agency acquires. Duties include:

Implementing the title services program in the Office of Land Management by traveling to various counties within the State of Minnesota to research and analyze the land records for tracts of land and preparing a title opinion based upon principles of real estate law, including Minnesota Title Standards.

Reviewing title opinions, field title reports, market data reports, and other supporting documents and applying legal knowledge to determine the legal interests for direct purchase and condemnation.

Providing direct purchase support, including preparation of acquisition documents, advising on methods to resolve title defects and the risks associated with each proposed method, and the effect of a particular interest on MnDOT's ability to acquire.

Providing legal advice on property management matters, including conveyances, permits, leases, and agreements.

Drafting and reviewing real estate documents, conducting legal research, and reviewing proposed legislation.

NOTE: This position will travel up to 25% of the time with occasional overnight stays.

** 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.

Minimum Qualifications

A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school; and

A current license to practice law in the State of Minnesota; and

Two years of advanced professional title experience that demonstrates:

Experience preparing title opinions and/or title commitments for real property, and

Experience in real property law, title examination, performing and preparing title abstracts, drafting acquisition and conveyance instruments, and property management, and

Experience related to legal descriptions, sufficient to prepare a title opinion for the acquisition of real property.

Preferred Qualifications

Legal research and analysis, writing, and client counseling experience.

Experience in the acquisition process, either through direct purchase or by condemnation, to ensure that the agency complies with state and federal requirements and limitations.

Advanced legal writing experience sufficient to write clear and concise memos, bulletins, articles, correspondence, training materials and presentations.

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/or 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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