Job Description

Job Details

Working Title: Senior Associate General Counsel

Job Class: Staff Attorney 3

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 80197
• 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 : 09/12/2024
• Closing Date : 09/25/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit : Department of Human Services (DHS) / Office of Inspector General (OIG) Licensing Attorneys
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $42.31 - $62.75 / hourly; $88,343 - $131,022 / 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: 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.

Job Summary

• The position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and Telework.
• This posting is used to fill multiple vacancies.

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Inspector General (OIG) – Legal Division is hiring two attorneys to be agency-wide experts in each of the following bodies of law:

• Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) – all state and federal laws and caselaw impacting regulation and enforcement for HCBS licensing.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment (SUDT) and Mental Health Programs – all state and federal laws impacting regulation and enforcement for SUDT, Mental Health programs and Children’s Residential Facilities licensing and certification.

Each of these areas is rapidly evolving in our State. We need experienced, thoughtful counsel who are able to apply a deep level of substantive legal knowledge to the primary task of providing strategic legal advice and litigation oversight in each of the above areas. Each position will be the agency-wide substantive expert in their area of specialty and will advise OIG leadership and legal consultation as needed to OIG and agency leadership when other OIG or agency areas are navigating space that intersects with the above two areas of expertise. Each position will also be at the forefront of advising on complex, high profile legal matters.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Provide legal research and advice on applicability and interpretation of all aspects of regulation related to emerging issues in these areas.
• Provide legal analysis and legal advice with respect to the application of state and federal statutes, rules, and case law to fact situations under review or investigation by assigned business units.
• Conduct legal analysis and provide legal advice and practical assistance to Department policy staff and General Counsel’s Office in development of grant programs to assure inclusion of program integrity aspects that are enforceable by Department staff in incumbent’s assigned business units.
• Advise, negotiate, and draft professional and technical contracts, master contracts, work order contracts, annual plans, amendments to contracts, requests for proposals, interagency agreements, and joint powers agreements (collectively herein, “contracts”) as needed for assigned business units.
• Serve as the Minnesota Government Data Practices designee for assigned business units.
• Provide legal analysis, legal advice, and practical assistance to assigned business units within the Department with regard to all aspects of rulemaking.

Qualifications

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 5 years’ experience as a practicing attorney in an area of law related to these positions.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills;
• Ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to persons with non-legal backgrounds;
• Ability to develop strong legal advice and litigation strategies independently;
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Ability to provide legal advice to executive leadership on diverse and complex human services and data privacy matters; and
• Ability to provide legal advice that crosses over multiple areas of law, specifically, any of the specialties list above and their intersection with civil law or other administrative law specialties such as data practices and administrative law procedure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Subject matter expert in administrative law related to the work of the assigned business areas, and other areas of law related to Department of Human Services (DHS) programs.
  • Related law includes:
    • Contract law
    • Federal laws impacting the work of the assigned business units, including but not limited to the False Claims Act, Medicaid, including Medicaid waivers, Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act, Consolidated Appropriations Act, Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services Block Grant Act, Criminal Justice Information Services, and Limit on Receiving Public Funds.
    • Government data practices law.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate complex non-legal factors to develop legal advice and strategies in high profile matters.
• Demonstrated strong emotional intelligence, strategic leadership, change management, and diversity equity and inclusion skills are essential components for effective job performance.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a large and varied constituency, including legislators and legislative staff, the Attorney General’s Office, state local and federal agencies, professional and advocacy groups, as well as the general public.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain composure and convey competency, equanimity, and collaboration in stressful situations.
• Identify common ground for parties with varied interests and build consensus toward solutions.
• Analytical skills to assimilate information and apply it in strategic, decision-making processes.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and ensure competing interests are appropriately balanced.
• 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.

Application Details

How to Apply

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Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Betsy Schollmeier at betsy.schollmeier@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Carolyn Rice at carolyn.rice@state.mn.us.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services’ ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• 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

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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 at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• 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

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.

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