Working Title: Deputy General Counsel
Job Class: General Counsel 1
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 92420
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/25/2026
Closing Date : 03/17/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / Managerial
Division/Unit : General Counsel's Office
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $50.25 - $71.95 / hourly; $104,922 - $150,231 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrepresented
End Date : up to one (1) year
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.
We offer a dynamic team-oriented environment where everyone's contribution is key to successful outcomes. You will be part of a strong team dedicated to the Department of Employment and Economic Development's (DEED) mission to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone. If this interests you, we want to hear from you!
The Deputy General Counsel provides the Department of Employment and Economic Development ("Department") with leadership and legal expertise to support the Department's compliance with state and federal laws.
Responsibilities:
Conduct legal research, writing, and analysis, and p rovide legal advice to the Department, including but not limited to the Department's economic development division, on a variety of complex and/or novel legal topics. Such topics include, but are not limited to, complex agreements/commercial lending transactions and other complex finance deal structuring in which these transactions often include multiple creditors, securitization, abnormal collateral, loan workouts, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings, and loan enforcement actions .
Assist the General Counsel in coordinating and managing legal work throughout the Department.
Providelegal directionregardingtheDepartment's litigation,tortclaims, worker's compensation matters, and administrative appeals.
Assist with the Department's rulemaking activities.
Collaboratewith other Departmentstaff concerning implementationof legal policiesand best practices.
Provide legal training on a variety of topics to Department staff.
Assume the duties of the General Counsel in case of absence.
Perform other duties as assigned.
This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.
This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.
This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
This is a temporary unclassified appointment anticipated to last up to one (1) year.
Writing Sample:
Individuals who are selected for interview may be requested to complete a written exercise.
Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending months and years for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Five (5) years of legal experience as a practicing attorney, which must include conducting legal research, writing, and analysis.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from anABAaccredited law school.
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and current with continuing legal education requirements.
Experience providing legal advice to senior management or executives.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in one (1) or more of the following areas or closely related field as determined by the hiring agency:
Employment law
Government grants/contracts/acquisitions
Rulemaking
Tort claims
Worker's compensation matters
Civil litigation as lead counsel or co-counsel
Knowledge of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and ability to analyze data, determine classification of data, and provide protection of not public data
Commercial lending transactions and other complex finance deal structuring including but not limited to multiple creditors, securitization, abnormal collateral, loan workouts, UCC filings, and loan enforcement actions
Experience handling issues related to state and federal laws as they relate to DEED programs and services.
Experience planning and delivering complex legal training to non-legal audiences.
Experience working with and/or at the Minnesota Attorney General's Office and/or State/Federal government agencies.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver's License and Records Check
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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.
