Associate General Counsel

Overview

The organization is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide effective legal advice, counsel, and support. This role reports to the Director of Legal Services and supports senior legal leadership as needed.

Salary Range

• Grade 18, Exempt
• Annual salary range: $132,320 – $165,400 (reflects minimum to midpoint of the grade)
• Salary may exceed midpoint based on experience

Responsibilities

• Provide general counsel legal services related to local government law
• Negotiate, prepare, review, and interpret contracts, amendments, Requests for Proposals, and other agreements and documents
• Advise on compliance with applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations
• Participate in inter-office projects and programs under general oversight
• Coordinate with outside legal counsel as assigned
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to Rules of Professional Responsibility
• Assist in reviewing, drafting, and improving legal department procedures
• Develop legal responses to inquiries as assigned
• Collaborate closely with staff to provide legal advice
• Interpret and advise on compliance with laws, regulations, ordinances, case law, and statutes
• Escalate legal issues to senior legal leadership and assist in developing responses
• Review and advise on policies or operations to ensure alignment with organizational mission and goals
• Translate legal requirements into clear advice regarding business transactions, program design, legal risks, liabilities, rights, and obligations
• Prepare memoranda and correspondence related to laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, and agency rules
• Attend meetings and organizational events as assigned
• Provide guidance on Minnesota local government laws including open meetings, data practices, records retention, contracting, public expenditures, and governance
• Maintain legal file management system
• Assist in reviewing and drafting Board Policies and resolutions
• Support professional growth through continuing education and licensure
• Handle varied and complex work requiring discretion and confidentiality
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in the State of Minnesota
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Minimum of five years of experience as a practicing attorney
• Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to translate complex legal issues for non-legal audiences
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience as a practicing attorney
• In-house legal experience
• Public sector experience

Location

• This is a remote position subject to the organization's telecommuting policies
• Occasional travel to Staples, MN (up to twice per year) for meetings, professional development, or team activities with advance notice

Employment Details

• Full-time
• Regular position
• Scheduled 40 hours per week

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience within the stated range