Minnesota Department of Natural Resources · 4 hours ago
Senior Associate General Counsel / Staff Attorney 3
St Paul, MN
Part-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$42.94/hr - $63.69/hr
4+ years expThe Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Staff Attorney 3 to join its Office of General Counsel. This position plays a critical role in addressing complex areas of law related to natural resources and provides legal advice and analysis on various legal matters.
Environmental ConsultingGovernmentNatural ResourcesNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide legal analysis and advice on the application of Minnesota statutes, rules, and common law to fact situations, policy proposals, and hypothetical questions to ensure consistent and lawful decision-making across the DNR
Advise the Department and Senior Leadership on additional legal matters outside assigned areas of responsibility, as requested by the General Counsel
Collaborate as part of a small, dedicated team of attorneys
Direct, mentor, and advise less experienced attorneys, as requested by the General Counsel
Qualification
Required
A J.D. degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
A current license to practice law in the State of Minnesota, or eligibility to obtain Minnesota licensure prior to the start date if licensed in another state
Four years of advanced professional experience that demonstrate the areas below
A minimum of two years of demonstrated professional experience primarily practicing environmental law
Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills
Demonstrated strong communication skills related to legal advice and assistance
Ability to understand, interpret, and explain laws, rules, and regulations
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with individuals in a variety of positions to identify issues and resolve problems
Experience in legal research, writing, and constructing a legal argument
Experience interpreting federal or state laws and regulations
Experience providing legal advice to senior leadership
Working knowledge of administrative law and natural resource or environmental laws or tribal laws
Experience in drafting legal documents
Experience litigating in federal, state, or administrative forums or managing litigation
Ability to effectively communicate with multicultural communities
Ability to research and incorporate perspectives from different cultural and community stakeholder groups in the development of policy
Awareness of various cultural norms, sufficient to adapt tactics and expectations to balance legal and program requirements with cultural norms
Ability to treat employees inclusively in the areas of accommodation, accessibility, scheduling, expectations, individualized resource needs, training, and development
An unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record
The ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations
Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
Submit to a background check prior to employment
Preferred
Experience working with the Minnesota Attorney General's Office and/or Minnesota state government agencies
Experience as a lead worker or in providing oversight or management of legal staff
Law review, moot court, or judicial clerkship
Familiarity with permitting and/or enforcement
Experience working with technical or natural resource experts
Experience developing and conducting technical training on legal matters
Benefits
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
Training, classes, and professional development
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
Company
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is a government agency that offers natural resource management and environmental protection.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mary Robison
Chief Financial Officer
Arielle Courtney
Partnership Development Consultant
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