Minnesota Department of Education ยท 22 hours ago
Associate General Counsel Program Integrity Lead - Staff Attorney 3
The Minnesota Department of Education is seeking an Associate General Counsel Program Integrity Lead. This role involves providing legal advice and strategies to MDE staff and leadership, focusing on program integrity matters and providing training to business units.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and strategies to MDE staff and leadership
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
Provide advice and training to assigned business units
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
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
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
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care