Shape government contracting for Minnesota children, youth, and families through legal analysis, contract law, and executive advising. This full-time St. Paul position offers eligible telework up to 50%.

As Director of Grants and Contracts, you provide General Counsel expertise within DCYF Management and Operations. You will resolve contract-related legal issues, develop statewide contracting policies, and improve legal compliance processes. The position also directs managers, supervisors, staff, and teams supporting grants.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide legal advice on contracts and grant contracts
- Resolve legal issues related to contracting activities
- Develop statewide contracting policies and procedures




- Implement process improvements for contracting and compliance
- Ensure technical compliance and fund encumbrance

Requirements:

- Seven years practicing law with demonstrated contract law experience
- Juris Doctor from an American Bar Association accredited law school
- Current Minnesota law license
- Experience advising executive leadership on complex legal issues
- Robust legal research, writing, analysis, and advising skills

Bring government contracting knowledge, executive-level legal advising, and compliance leadership to the State of Minnesota’s DCYF.

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