Working Title: Associate General Counsel

Job Class: Staff Attorney 2

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 82713

• Location : Statewide

• Telework Eligible : Yes - This position is hybrid, with the opportunity to Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) and/or work on-site.

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 12/19/2024

• Closing Date : 01/02/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / MAPE DHS Central Office

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT GCO MSOP-RIC

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 20% to attend required on-site meetings and trainings.

• Salary Range: $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / 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 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.

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our DCT General Counsel’s Office for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as an Associate General Counsel! This position will provide legal advice and related services primarily to the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) and other DCT divisions. This position will provide legal advice in a variety of complex and changing areas, applicable to the diverse activities of DCT divisions and facilities. Specifically, the individual provides legal advice on issues including, but not limited to, the Minnesota Commitment and Treatment Act; Sexually Dangerous Persons and Sexual Psychopathic Personalities; data privacy; protected health information; legal review of policies; reductions in custody; hearings before the Commitment Appeals Panel (CAP); and matters pertaining to SDP/SPP commitments before the Special Review Board.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and related services to MSOP leadership, management, and staff and to other DCT divisions directed by supervisors in the General Counsel’s Office.

• Provide legal advice and services related to proposed legislative changes affecting MSOP.

• Maintain knowledge of MSOP operations and departments.

• Coordinate claims against and litigation affecting MSOP, including state and federal litigation.

• Conduct legal review of MSOP and DCT policies to ensure consistency with other DHS and DCT policies, applicable statutes, rules, regulations, licensing requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Develop and conduct trainings on legal policies.

Minimum Qualifications

JD degree from an ABA accredited law school;

Current license and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota;

Three (3) years’ experience as a practicing attorney in civil commitment, health care, privacy, or a related field. Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Experience providing legal advice interpreting rules, laws, court orders and other legal and/or regulatory materials.

• Experience with the legislative process and federal and state laws.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess knowledge of state and federal law, rules, and regulations relating to the Minnesota Commitment and Treatment Act, the Minnesota Uniform Probate Code (specifically the Minnesota Guardianship Act), the Minnesota Health Records Act, the Minnesota Vulnerable Adults Act, the Minnesota Maltreatment of Minors Act, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act.

• Experience identifying statutes and rules that apply to individual situations and experience advising decision-makers of the legal consequences for actions or failures to act in compliance with applicable statutes and rules.

• Experience determining the impact of proposed or adopted changes in state or federal law, rule or regulation that impact a treatment facility or program.

• 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

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.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

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.