Telework Eligible: Yes

Working Title: Associate General Counsel
Job Class: Staff Attorney 2
Agency: Office of Higher Education

Job ID: 97284

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 09/30/2026

Closing Date: 10/21/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Office of Higher Education / MAPE

Division/Unit: Legal and Compliance Division

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: Yes; Up to 25% within the State of Minnesota

Salary Range: $39.22 - $58.35 / hourly; $81,891 - $121,835 / annually

Classified Status: Classified

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

The Office of Higher Education is a cabinet-level state agency providing students with financial aid programs and information to help them gain access to postsecondary education. The agency also serves as the state's clearinghouse for data, research, and analysis on postsecondary enrollment, financial aid, finance, and trends. The SELF Loan program is the state's alternative student loan, providing students with a low-interest option when comparing to private lenders.

The Associate General Counsel is primarily responsible for the legal needs of the SELF Loan program. The work of this position includes bankruptcy review, CFPB complaint response, documentation of loan program policies and procedures, defaulted loan collections and litigation, disability forgiveness reviews, fraud claim reviews, loan rehabilitation reviews, marketing material review, multistate compliance, trademark submissions, and loan staff training and support for working with customers in legal statuses. The position will provide support to SELF staff who receive calls from borrowers and cosigners. As required, incumbent provides general legal and compliance backup for the division.

Minimum Qualifications

A Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school.

Current license in positive-standing in Minnesota state and federal courts.

Three (3) years relevant legal experience, with a significant litigation focus.





Familiarity with the workings and activities of government programs.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Highly developed human relations and collaborative skills to effectively work with diverse interests in settings with multiple outcome goals.

Team building and leadership skills necessary to bring together diverse interests to accomplish contractual objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

Five (5) years relevant legal experience.

Admission to Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, and/or South Dakota state and federal courts.

Knowledge and experience with bankruptcy law.

Knowledge and experience with contract administration.

Knowledge and experience with trademarks.

Knowledge and experience with RFP process, Minnesota Data Practices Act, and other relevant regulations.

Experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Physical Requirements

Ability to position self and move sufficiently to perform repetitive tasks.

Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time.

Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Ability to travel to and from courthouses throughout the state.

Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Social Security Verification

About The Office Of Higher Education
The Minnesota Office of Higher Education is a cabinet-level agency providing students with financial aid programs and information to help them gain access to postsecondary education. The agency also serves as the state's clearinghouse for data, research, and analysis on postsecondary enrollment, financial aid, finance, and trends.

Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce




We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission

91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs

88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job

87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Advantages
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

Public pension plan

Training and professional development

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Paid parental leave

Low-cost medical and dental coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness programs and resources

Employer paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Health care spending and savings accounts

Dependent care spending account

Tax-deferred compensation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at (phone hidden) or email [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.

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