Job Description

Job Details

Working Title: Assistant Deputy Counsel

Job Class: Staff Attorney Supervisor

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 83081
• 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 : 01/07/2025
• Closing Date : 01/21/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA
• 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 : Yes
• Salary Range: $46.91 - $67.01 / hourly; $97,948 - $139,916 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
• 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

• This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and Telework with occasional meetings in the office.
• Approximately, 5% travel.

In the 2023 legislative session, the Governor’s Office, Minnesota legislature, and leaders for children and families worked in partnership to pass legislation establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to create a sustainable, public face for children’s issues in state government. This new cabinet-level agency brings together programs centered on children and families, including child care and early learning, child support, child safety and permanency, economic support and food assistance, and youth opportunity. This position will begin in the Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) Legal Counsel’s Office, and it will move to DCYF in the summer of 2025, when other OIG functions move to DCYF.

This position exists within the Chief Legal Counsel’s Office to provide legal expertise to the Department, and in particular to the Children, Youth, and Family regulatory and enforcement divisions (CYF). The incumbent will work with the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel and will be responsible for supervising staff attorneys who focus on program-specific legal services and providing legal advice in a variety of complex and changing areas with CYF-wide implications. The incumbent will also do legal research and provide legal advice on compliance matters with overarching impact on CYF programs and assist in developing legislative initiatives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Advice and legal research for deputy chief legal counsel and CYF management and staff.
• Management of CYF litigation strategies.
• Management of legal resources.

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 five (5) years’ experience as a practicing attorney in an area of law related to the position with one (1) of the years working as a supervisor or in a leadership/lead role; and
• Knowledge and experience with state and federal data privacy laws as they relate to human services programs.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills;
• Building and maintaining good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Providing legal advice to executive leadership on diverse and complex human services and data privacy matters;
• Supervision of staff including mentoring and fostering professional development or serving in a lead/leadership role; and
• Experience in one or more areas relevant to regulatory oversight and enforcement in human services programs such as licensing, Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) enforcement, or other body of administrative law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Subject matter expert in administrative law related to the work of Children, Youth and Family (CYF) including contract law and federal laws including but not limited to:
  • False Claims Act, Adam Walsh Act.
  • Child Care & Development Block Grant.
  • Human Services and Children Youth and Families Licensing Acts.
  • Limit on Receiving Public Funds.
  • Government data practices law.
• Solve complex legal problems, giving appropriate consideration and course corrections to address non-legal factors that have potential to impact outcomes.
• Well-developed ability to provide leadership and articulate CYF goals and objectives.
• Develop and complete work plans consistent with the Department’s mission.
• Analytical skills to assimilate information and apply it in strategic, decision-making processes.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and ensure competing interests are appropriately balanced.
• Analyze business and performance data to identify redundancies, gaps, and inefficiencies, and introduce and implement business process changes that will streamline and improve the business.
• 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.
• Maintain composure and convey competence, equanimity, and collaboration in stressful situations.
• 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 Lindsay Magnuson at lindsay.magnuson@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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