Job Class: Legal Analyst
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 95418
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
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 07/16/2026
Date Posted : 07/10/2026
Closing Date :07/23/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE
Division/Unit: Paid Family Medical Leave
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $29.76 - $43.69 / hourly; $62,139 - $91,225 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (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.
About the Paid Leave Division:
Paid Leave is a new program that has launched at the start of 2026. The program provides partial wage replacement to Minnesota workers who are out of work due to a qualifying condition, such as a severe health condition that prevents them from working, or when they need time to care for a family member or a new child. We are building a program that will be easy for every Minnesotan to use. We are engaging the people who depend on us-workers, employers, caregivers, and insurers-to learn from them and build the program around their needs. We are using modern service delivery and product practices to deliver the program. The Paid Leave team has high standards and an unrelenting commitment to serving Minnesotans. It is a start-up environment without legacy systems or preconceived ways of working, so we have a unique opportunity to create human-centric processes and systems to deliver this new benefit to Minnesotans.
Position Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to perform intake functions for Paid Leave appeals filed by applicants and employers as authorized under Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 268B. Paid Leave Legal Analysts will examine incoming appeals for jurisdiction including timeliness, good cause exceptions, and proper parties, analyze the substance of the appeal to determine whether the matter may be resolved in an appellate process that does not require an evidentiary hearing, or whether the matter must be scheduled before a Paid Leave Judge for a hearing. If the matter may be resolved absent a hearing, this position will take steps, including drafting order opinions, to do so. If not, this position will prepare the case for hearing for assignment to a Paid Leave Judge. This position will also draft subpoenas and other orders, and prepare transcripts.
Key Responsibilities:
Intake Duties: Receive appeals daily. Determine timeliness, whether a good cause exception applies, and legal issues presented. Review appeals for complexity, ensure proper parties are identified, and review/identify any allegations of bias.
Case Preparation: Gather additional evidence as needed, prepare cases for hearing, and identify appropriate judicial assignment. Case preparation may include calling parties to request more information, determine hearing scheduling needs, and legal research.
Legal Writing: Draft order opinions, legal orders, and subpoenas.
Transcripts: Prepare transcripts of hearings.
Start-up Spirit: We're a start-up within state government; you are excited to play a key role in developing the organization, processes, and systems required to deliver the appeals capabilities for Paid Leave.
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 is based out of St. Paul
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.
Two (2) years of experience in a position that requires critical analysis, collecting and organizing facts or data, and writing and editing legal, or other highly technical documents
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Skill in communicating effectively, both in person and by phone, with individuals who may be experiencing stress, legal frustrations, or communication barriers, while gathering accurate and relevant information and clearly, neutrally explaining procedures, rights, and requirements to people with varied levels of legal knowledge
Ability to organize, apply, and analyze laws, rules, or program policies sufficient to evaluate complex or sensitive information, identify relevant facts and issues, prepare hearings, and make other recommendations and decisions, with awareness of procedural fairness principles in a high-volume environment with tight deadlines
Skill in legal or analytical writing, such as drafting case summaries, decisions, orders, or official correspondence that clearly explains reasoning and outcomes
Ability to use case management systems, word processing tools, and other technology required to manage appeals, draft documents, and maintain accurate records
Ability to receive and apply feedback, embrace constructive direction from supervisors, and contribute actively to a culture of excellence and ongoing improvement
Ability to thrive in a startup environment by effectively pivoting between tasks, handling changing priorities and procedures, and managing interruptions without losing momentum or quality.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in customer service roles-such as in hospitality, retail, or other public facing environments-that foster interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to effectively understand diverse needs and concerns and respond appropriately
Experience designing, documenting, and implementing new or improved operational processes and procedures, demonstrating flexibility and start up spirit, particularly in start-up, transitional, or evolving environments
Experience working directly with administrative law judges or in an administrative hearing environment
Skills in project management or experience managing legal workflows and deadlines in a high-volume setting
Experience with Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Workers' Compensation, Social Security Disability, Human Services, Unemployment Insurance, or other related health care laws and regulations
Skill in communicating in a secondary language (especially Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Khmer, Russian, Lao, Vietnamese, or Karen)
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.
