Working Title: Senior Attorney
Job Class: Staff Attorney 2
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 95730
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 : 07/22/2026
Closing Date : 08/11/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG)-OLC PIO Legal Practice
Work Shift/Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes
Salary Range: $39.22 - $58.35 / hourly; $81,891 - $121,834 / 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 Department of Human Services (DHS) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.
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 posting is used to fill multiple vacancies.
*This position is eligible for telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.
*Approximately, 5% travel.
The Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) provides program integrity and oversight; licenses human services programs; and conducts background studies on people who are affiliated with these settings.
This position serves as an attorney in the OIG Legal Counsel's Office supporting the Program Integrity Oversight Division. This position is recognized as a subject matter expert in the overall laws, rules, and policies relating to the program integrity and oversight functions and related due process.
Responsibilities include:
Advises management and agency staff on complex legal issues, with a high degree of judgment and skill based on their experience and subject matter expertise.
Prepares memoranda and other legal documents relating to program integrity and oversight functions and related due process.
Issues responses to data requests and ensures compliance with state and federal data privacy laws.
Develops and conducts training for, and provides other technical assistance to, division staff.
Identifies and makes recommendations for legislative amendments, analyzes and drafts legislation and bill analyses, and coordinates implementation of new legislation.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, 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.
JD degree from an ABA accredited law school;
Current license and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota;
At least three (3) years' experience as a practicing attorney in an area of law related to the position.
Experience must demonstrate the following:
Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills;
Building and maintaining good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
Providing legal advice on diverse and complex human services and data privacy matters; and
Experience litigating cases in administrative, civil, or criminal courts related to this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in venues such as the Office of Administrative Hearings or Fair Hearings under Minnesota Statues, section 256.045.
Knowledge and experience with data privacy law and regulation, including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act.
Experience with the appellate process, including at state district courts, the Court of Appeals, and the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Experience with dispute resolution of administrative, civil, or criminal matters.
Experience in all aspects of public assistance programs, negotiation skills, diplomacy, and ability to balance competing interests and conflict in law.
Experience consistently managing multiple complex projects at various stages of completion at one time.
Experience working for a government agency/organization.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
It is the policy of the Department of Human Services that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, including the following components:
Criminal background check
Reference check
Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
Complete the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security Awareness training within 3-business days from the start of employment; and successfully obtain/retain CJIS certification annually.
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.
