Public Sector Representation-including data practices, open meeting law, public purpose doctrine, torts, litigation,and other areas.
Tort Law - litigation defense and overseeing claims handlers or outside counsel; preference for government tort defense issues including application of the tort cap and governmental and other immunities.
E-Discovery and Technology- e-discovery, data preservation and collection, data security, and artificial intelligence.
Real Property Law - land acquisition and disposal, condemnation, relocation benefits, and purchase and lease agreements for public projects.
Public Contracts and Procurement-public contracts for goods and services, public construction contracts involving state and federal financing/grant and loan funds, and intergovernmental agreements.
Housing-representing a Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
Construction Law-large public projects, primarily transit and wastewater treatment projects.
Environmental Law-knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations related to air and water, and environmental review processes. Experience promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees.
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
Knowledge of:
Civil and governmental law (including government tort law and immunities, real estate; contract law; environmental law; construction law; procurement law; data practices and open meeting law; and federal, state and local administrative law).
Other governmental agencies' procedures at the federal, state, and local levels.
Laws, rules, and regulations that govern or affect the Council and its operations.
Ability to:
Interpret, apply, and explain the relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to courts, lawyers, and nonlawyers.
Plan, organize, and perform work effectively, independently, and in a timely manner.
Prepare and represent the Council or oversee outside counsel in civil litigation and administrative law hearings.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain collaborative, cooperative, and effective working relationships with others.
Promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
Additional information
Assistant General Counsel
Union/Grade: Non-represented / Grade I
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Full Salary Range: $46.40 - $75.30 Hourly ; $96,512.00 - $156,624.00 Annually
Associate General Counsel
Union/Grade: Non-represented / Grade K
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Full Salary Range: $53.76 - $87.25 Hourly ; $111,820.80 - $181,480.00 Annually
What your work environment would be:
Work is performed in a standard law office setting. Some assignments may require travel to other sites. Currently, Office of General Counsel attorneys telework up to two days per week.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council,you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education and employment if not verified previously. If the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards, you must pass a criminal background check. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
This position involves access to Criminal Justice Information (CJI) as defined by the FBI CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Security Policy. In accordance with section 5.12.1.1 of the FBI Security Policy, all applicants must agree to a state of residence and national fingerprint-based record check. If the result of the record check reveals criminal convictions, the nature and circumstances of those convictions will be reviewed by the Metropolitan Transit Police Department and/or the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to determine if access to Criminal Justice Information will be permissible. If it is determined that access to Criminal Justice Information would not be permissible, the candidate will no longer be considered for the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not @type "see resume." Otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
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Which of the following best describes your education and experience?
JD and 3-7 years of experience
JD and more than 7 years of experience
None of the above
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Are you licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and in good standing?
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Do you have current admission to practice in the Federal District Court of Minnesota?
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Do you have at least one year of tort law experience?
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Please indicate below the areas in which you have experience in Minnesota in a governmental setting or representing governmental entities within the last 10 years (select all that apply).
Public Sector Law - issues specific to the representation of government entities in Minnesota, including but not limited to data practices, open meeting law, public purpose doctrine, torts, litigation, and other areas.
Tort Law - litigation defense and overseeing claims handlers or outside counsel, may include government tort defense issues including application of the tort cap and governmental and other immunities.
E-Discovery and Technology - e-discovery, data preservation and collection, data security, and artificial intelligence.
Real Property Law - land acquisition and disposal, condemnation, relocation benefits, and purchase and lease agreements for public projects.
Public Contracts and Procurement - public contracts for goods and services, public construction contracts involving state and federal financing/grant and loan funds, and intergovernmental agreements.
Housing Law - representing a Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Construction Law - large public projects, primarily transit and wastewater treatment projects.
Construction Law - large public projects, primarily transit and wastewater treatment projects.
Environmental - federal and state laws and regulations related to air and water, and environmental review processes.
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If you indicated that you have public sector law experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have tort law experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have tort law experience in question #8, please answer the following ONLY with respect to experience defending government bodies. Describe your experience defending government bodies in tort cases, including the government bodies, amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, the @type of issues (specifically including application of the tort cap and applicable immunities). If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have e-discovery and technology law experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have real property law experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have public contracts and procurement experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have Housing and Redevelopment Authority experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have construction law experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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If you indicated that you have environmental law experience in question #8, please describe that experience, including the amount or depth of experience, the approximate number of years and percentage of the work for those years, and the @type of issues. If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A."
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The Metropolitan Council values a workplace that is as diverse as the people we serve. We seek candidates who are going to promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees. Please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment or how you would promote an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment.
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