Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants
Date Posted: 1/28/2026
Closing Date: 2/13/2026
S1 Salary Range: $38.55 - $62.26 / hourly; $80,492 - $129,998 / annually
S2 Salary Range: $50.53 - $78.30 / hourly; $105,506 - $163,490 / annually
S3 Salary Range: $54.12 - $83.57 / hourly; $113,002 - $174,494 / annually
*Priority consideration may be given to those that apply early; interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.
*The Office will host a virtual informational session on February 9, 2025, featuring a panel and Q&A with attorneys and leaders from the Human Services Division. Please see this link to register: Teams Webinar.
Job Summary
The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2025, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for five years in a row and Top Workplace USA for four years in a row.
The Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General in the Human Services Division of the Office.
The Human Services Division provides litigation services and legal counsel to the Department of Human Services, the Department of Direct Care and Treatment, and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. AAGs in the division represent these agencies in a broad range of cases involving health care, licensing, children and family services, and civil commitment. AAGs regularly handle cases in state and federal district court and the Court of Administrative Hearings. Human Services Division AAGs regularly appear at the Minnesota Court of Appeals, the Minnesota Supreme Court, and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Attorneys also frequently appear in evidentiary hearings and trials in a variety of forums.
This role affords attorneys the opportunity to:
· Represent the three agencies in different forums – from state and federal courts to administrative agency appeals
· Work on all aspects of civil litigation, from initial answer or Rule 12 motion, through discovery, motion practice, mediation, trial, and appeal
· Work collaboratively with attorneys both within the division and at client agencies
· Work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment
· Travel occasionally throughout Minnesota, as cases can be venued anywhere in the state
This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in-office work and telework).
Minimum Qualifications
· Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and actively licensed in good standing to practice law in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain licensure within 90 days of hire
· Three years of civil litigation experience encompassing all stages including discovery, depositions, motion practice, trials, appeals (a judicial clerkship may count as one year)
· Outstanding writing, research, and oral communication/advocacy skills (writing sample is required with application submission)
· Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
· Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact successfully with clients, stakeholders, colleagues, and members of the public
· Ability to:
o travel to counties throughout the state
o multitask by managing an active caseload and meeting tight deadlines
· Commitment to public service
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 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
· Experience using electronic files, systems, and case management tools
· Previous experience in public sector work or representation
How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Friday, February 13, 2026.
1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
2. Apply for posting number 91746
3. Direct Link
Do not forget to upload: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter with a writing sample (of up to five pages).
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact K.C. Moua at kc.moua@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 757-1279.
Why Work For Us
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
· A sense of purpose in their work
· Connection with their coworkers and communities
· Opportunities for personal and professional growth
