Real Estate Title Attorney

The Minnesota Department of Transportation employs people of all backgrounds and skill levels to connect members of our communities through a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system. We offer many employment opportunities in a wide variety of career fields that support our work. We are committed to giving our employees the tools and resources needed to grow and advance their careers.

To help our workforce thrive, we offer our employees excellent training opportunities and recognize the benefits of cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture that builds on the perspectives and strengths of all employees. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of colleagues, driven by their work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you do and see the benefits you provide to Minnesotans and all people using our transportation system such as state highways, railways, and airports.

We hope you will join us to find your purpose in state service!

• Job : 90849
• Location
  :
  St. Paul
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 12/16/2025
• Closing Date
  : 02/17/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Division/Unit
  :
  Land Management / Land Management
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $38.55 - $57.35 / hourly; $80,492 - $119,746 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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 position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position is responsible for implementing the title services program in the Office of Land Management by providing state-wide assistance to MnDOT in securing good and marketable title to the real estate the agency acquires.

Duties include:

• Implementing the title services program in the Office of Land Management by traveling to various counties within the State of Minnesota to research and analyze the land records for tracts of land and preparing a title opinion based upon principles of real estate law, including Minnesota Title Standards.
• Reviewing title opinions, field title reports, market data reports, and other supporting documents and applying legal knowledge to determine the legal interests for direct purchase and condemnation.
• Providing direct purchase support, including preparation of acquisition documents, advising on methods to resolve title defects and the risks associated with each proposed method, and the effect of a particular interest on MnDOT’s ability to acquire.
• Providing legal advice on property management matters, including conveyances, permits, leases, and agreements.
• Drafting and reviewing real estate documents, conducting legal research, and reviewing proposed legislation.

NOTE:

This position will travel up to 25% of the time with occasional overnight stays.

NOTE:

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

• A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school; and
• A current license to practice law in the State of Minnesota; and

Two years of advanced professional title experience that demonstrates:

• Legal research and analysis, writing, and client counseling experience, and
• Experience related to legal descriptions, sufficient to prepare a title opinion for the acquisition of real property, and
• Experience in real property law, title examination, performing and preparing title abstracts, drafting acquisition and conveyance instruments, and property management, and
• Experience preparing title opinions and/or title commitments for real property.

• Experience in the acquisition process, either through direct purchase or by condemnation, to ensure that the agency complies with state and federal requirements and limitations.
• Advanced legal writing experience sufficient to write clear and concise memos, bulletins, articles, correspondence, training materials and presentations.

Note:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and…