**Working Title: Special Counsel - Rule of Law** **Job Class: Staff Attorney 2 or Staff Attorney 3 (S2, S3)** **Agency: Attorney General's Office** + **Job ID** : 84309 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes, hybrid work environment + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/21/2025 + **Closing Date** : 03/10/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Attorney General's Office + **Division/Unit** : Attorney Gen. / Solicitor General + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **S2 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range:** $50.53 - $78.30 / hourly; $105,506 - $163,490 / annually + **S3 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range:** $54.12 - $83.57 / hourly; $113,002 - $174,494 / annually + **Classified Status** : Unclassified + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No **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 Office is currently seeking a Special Counsel – Rule of Law attorney to assist with the Attorney General’s efforts to protect the rule of law during this unprecedented period. **Minimum Qualifications** + Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota (or ability to obtain licensures within 90 days of hire) + At least six years of civil litigation experience (clerking can qualify as two years of the six-year minimum) + An interest in handling high profile cases on behalf of the State in jurisdictions around the nation + Experience litigating autonomously and making strategic legal decisions as lead counsel on a diverse caseload + Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in large groups + Outstanding oral and written communication skills (a writing sample of up to five pages is required with application submission) + Ability to: + multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines + contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with clients and members of the public + work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment **IMPORTANT!** All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: **1)** Resume; and **2)** A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages) in one document. To be considered at the S3 level, candidates must have at least 12 years of directly related experience. **Preferred Qualifications** + A judicial clerkship + Complex civil litigation experience (including use of a document review tool, such as Everlaw, Relativity, etc.) **Physical Requirements** + Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 20 pounds **Additional Requirements** It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components: + Conflict of Interest Review + Criminal History Check + Education / License Verification + Employment Reference / Records Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 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.