Working Title: Deputy General Counsel
Job Class: General Counsel 1
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 93423
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/09/2026
Closing Date : 04/29/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / Managerial
Division/Unit : GeneralCounsel'sOffice
Work Shift/Work Hours : DayShift, 8:00AM to5:00PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $51.00 - $73.03 / hourly; $106,488 - $152,486 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrepresented
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.
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:
Manage a team of attorneys including the hiring and evaluation of the performance of assigned staff.
Assist the General Counsel in coordinating and managing legal work throughout the Department.
Provide legal direction regarding the Department's employment law matters, tort claims, worker's compensation matters, administrative appeals, and litigation.
Conduct legal research, writing and analysis, and provide legal advice to the Department on a variety of complex legal issues.
Collaborate with other Department staff concerning implementation of legal policies and best practices.
Manage the development of legal training on a variety of topics to Department staff.
Oversee the Department's rulemaking activities.
Assume the duties of the General Counsel in case of absence.
Writing Sample:
Individuals who are selected for interview may be requested to complete a written exercise.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year 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 an ABA accredited law school.
Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and current with continuing legal education requirements.
Supervisory experience in reviewing and providing feedback on other attorneys' or legal staff's work products.
Experience representing clients in litigation as lead counsel or co-counsel.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in one or more of the following areas of law related to the position and/or closely related field as determined by the hiring agency:
Employment law, labor law, and/or affirmative action/equal opportunity
Government grants/contracts/acquisitions
Rulemaking
Tort claims
Worker's compensation
Administrative appeals
Civil litigation
Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
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.
Experienceworkingwithand/orattheMinnesota AttorneyGeneral'sOfficeand/orstate/federalgovernmentagencies.
Experience providing legal advice to senior management or executives.
Ouremployeesarededicatedtoensuringcultural responsiveness.Preferredcandidateswillhaveavarietyofexperiences 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.
