ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL – TRANSACTIONAL

ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL – TRANSACTIONAL
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants
Date Posted: 5/16/2025
Closing Date: 5/30/2025
S1 Salary Range: $36.40 – $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 – $119,997 / annually  S2Salary Range: $50.53 -$78.30 / hourly; $105,506 – $163,490 /annually
S3 Salary Range: $54.12 – $83.57 / hourly; $113,002- $174,494 / annually

Job Summary
The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of  dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of  Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2025, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for four years in a row and Top Workplace USA for four years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking an attorney to represent the Office and state agencies in transactional matters. The focus of the position will be on: (1) advising clients on state contracting statutes; (2) negotiating, reviewing, and drafting contracts for the  Office and agency clients; and (3) general advice to agency clients on a wide range of issues,  including statutory and administrative rules issues. Based upon experience, need, and interest, there  is also the potential to engage in work on state bonds, copyright and trademark issues, and real estate and lending issues.

The attorney will practice within a cohort of attorneys housed in the Environmental and Natural Resources Division of the Office.
The transactional cohort has a very diverse practice, with no
close analog in private practice. The cohort’s work is not limited to environmental and natural resources-related work; these transactional attorneys work with clients across  the State enterprise, including agencies such as the Department of Administration,  Minnesota Management and Budget, Department of Natural Resources, Minnesota Information and Technology, Department of Employment and Economic Development, the Minnesota State Colleges and  Universities, and many more. The Division seeks attorneys who can excel at learning and practicing in new areas and tackle novel
issues.
 
This position is eligible for hybrid work environment (combination of in-office and telework).

Minimum Qualifications
• Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and actively licensed in good standing to practice law in the State of Minnesota or current licensure within another state with ability to transfer licensure within 90 days of hire
• 1+ years of experience as a practicing attorney

  Outstanding writing, research, and oral communication/advocacy skills (writing sample is required with application submission)
• Strong command of contracts law
• Experience using electronic files and standard word processing and data management software (at least Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat)
• Ability to:
o multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines
o demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality
o demonstrate solid independent thinking and analytical skills
o show excellent judgment, character, and work ethic
o be detail-oriented
o have strong organizational and time management skills, sufficient to identify and address
priorities
o interact and work with a diverse set of clients with a diverse set of needs
o work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment while contributing positively
to a team

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 S2 level, candidates must have at least 6 years of directly related
experience.

To be considered at the S3 level, candidates must have at least 12 years of directly related
experience.

Preferred Qualifications
• 4+ years of practicing law in the State of Minnesota or in any government setting
• Experience working on government contracts
• Experience working with state or local governments
• General counsel experience

How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is
the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 30, 2025.

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
2. Apply for posting number 86304
3. Direct Link

Do not forget to upload: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five
pages).
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact K.C. Moua at
[email protected] or (651) 757-1279.

Why Work For Us

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
o Fertility care, including IVF
o Diabetes care
o 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
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify; 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.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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.

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 [email protected] and let us know the support you need.