Deputy General Counsel

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.

• 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 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 rule making activities.
• Assume the duties of the General Counsel in case of absence.

Individuals who are selected for interview will be requested to complete a written exercise.

This position is telework 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.

Five (5) years of legal experience as a practicing attorney which must include conducting legal research, writing, and analysis.

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.

• 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.
• Experience providing legal advice to senior management or executives.
• Supervisory and/or lead experience in reviewing and providing feedback on other attorneys’ or legal staff’s work products.

Experience in one (1) or more of the following areas:

• Government grants/contracts/acquisitions
• Tort claims
• Worker's compensation
• Administrative appeals
• Minnesota Government Data Practices Act or closely related field as determined by the hiring agency

Experience representing clients in litigation as lead counsel or co-counsel.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website )

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services:
  Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.