Working Title: Assistant Attorney General - Residential Utilities Division

Job Class: Staff Attorney 1, 2, or 3

Agency: Attorney General's Office

• Job ID : 81465

• 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 : 10/31/2024

• Closing Date : 11/19/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Attorney General's Office / Attorney General-Excluded Oth

• Division/Unit : Attorney Gen. / ResidentialUtilities

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 25% of the time

• S1 (Attorney General's Office)Salary Range: $36.40 - $57.47 / hourly; $76,003 - $119,997 / annually

• 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

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• 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 an Assistant Attorney GeneralAssistant Attorney General in the Residential Utilities DivisionResidential Utilities Division of the Office. The attorney’s primary caseload will involve advocating for residential and small business utility customers. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly committed and collaborative team that makes a difference in the everyday lives of Minnesotans.

As an Assistant Attorney General, you will work alongside analysts to advocate for policies that will improve the lives of Minnesota’s residential and small business ratepayers receiving electric, gas, and landline telephone service. The division primarily appears before the Public Utilities Commission and the Office of Administrative Hearings. The position may also provide opportunities to appear before Minnesota’s appellate courts and to participate in formal and informal stakeholder groups addressing areas of emerging public utility policy.

This position is eligible for hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain licensure within 90 days of hire

• An interest in public utilities, energy, or telecom law

• Outstanding oral and written communication skills (a writing sample of up to five pages is required to be attached to a cover letter)

Ability to:

• Multi-task by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines

• Work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment

• Contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with co-workers, state and federal law enforcement colleagues, and members of the public

• Travel throughout the state with possible out-of-state travel as required

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 uploaded 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

• Public utilities, energy, or telecom experience

• Knowledge/experience in accounting, finance, economics, and/or engineering

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.