Associate General Counsel Program Integrity Lead - Staff Attorney

Working Title:
Associate General Counsel Program Integrity Lead

Job Class:
Staff Attorney 3

Agency:
Education Department

• Job : 91029

• Location :
  Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible :
  Yes

• Full/Part Time :
  Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary :
  Unlimited

• Who May Apply :
  Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/15/2026

• Closing Date : 02/04/2026

• Bid Open: 01/15/2026

• Bid Close: 01/21/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit :
  Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

• Division/Unit :
  Education-St Paul / General Counsel

• Work Shift/Work Hours :
  Day Shift

• Days of Work :
  Monday - Friday

• Travel Required :
  No

• Salary Range: $42.94 - $63.69 / hourly; $89,658 - $132,984 / 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 ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
  700/) :
  Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.

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.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.

As the Associate General Counsel Program Integrity Lead with the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), you will provide legal advice and strategies to MDE staff and leadership and serve as a subject matter expert on statutes and rules under the jurisdiction of or affecting MDE, with a focus on program integrity matter programs administered and overseen by MDE. This position will provide advice and training to assigned business units.

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school;

• Current license and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota, or have the ability to do so within six months of hire;

• At least four (4) years experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or public sector setting

Experience must include the following demonstrated skills, abilities and knowledge bases:

• Drafting and reviewing policies, practices, procedures, and communications related to legal and regulatory requirements.

• Experience working with federal and state regulatory frameworks.

• Knowledge and experience in federal food programs and school choice programs.

• Experience in legal compliance, regulatory law, internal investigations, internal controls, or risk management.

• Demonstrated interest in legal issues relating to education or childhood nutrition.

• Experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

• Experience working for a government entity.

• Sound decision making and exercise of professional judgement and discretion.

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former…