**Working Title: Paralegal** **Job Class: Paralegal** **Agency: Labor & Industry Dept** + **Job ID** : 85478 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 04/15/2025 + **Closing Date** : 04/28/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-AFSCME + **Division/Unit** : Dept of Labor & Industry / Legal Services Support + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : 8:00 am - 4:30 pm + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $29.24 - $37.58 / hourly; $61,053 - $78,467 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME + **Work Area** : Legal + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering county along the Minnesota state line. Effective June 1, employees living within 75 miles of the work location will be required to work in office at least 50% of the time each month. This position exists to provide technical litigation and administrative assistance to the Office of General Counsel (OGC) attorneys in the administration and enforcement of the agency’s laws, rules, and regulations. The position will focus primarily on Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health (MNOSHA) contested case litigation and also provides backup-up paralegal assistance to other attorneys in the unit. This position provides other high-level administrative support to executive leadership in the Commissioner's Office, as directed, and performs other duties, as assigned. Responsibilities include: + Manage MNOSHA contested case docket. Prepare, summarize, and proof legal forms and documents for accuracy. Serve, file, or otherwise distribute documents in accordance with attorney instructions and OGC operating policies and procedures. + Assist the attorneys of OGC with rulemakings subject to the Minnesota Administrative Procedure Act. + Perform administrative duties for the Workers’ Compensation Advisory Council (WCAC) and/or the Occupational Safety and Health Review Board (OSHRB). + Provide scheduling, reporting, and research assistance to the attorneys of OGC. + Provide back-up assistance to OGC support staff when needed or as directed, to ensure the needs of the department and OGC are being met. + Assignments vary in frequency and type. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications** · Completion of formal paralegal coursework from an accredited program which resulted in a program certificate, associate degree or bachelor’s degree plus one year of experience working as a paralegal. OR · Two years of experience working as a paralegal. AND · Knowledge of court procedures, legal terminology, legal document formatting, and proper citation in order to properly draft and file legal documents. · Ability to handle a large volume of work while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. · Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. · Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and other application software. · Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, who do not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences. **Preferred Qualifications** · Knowledge and understanding of statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to Workers' Compensation, MNOSHA, Construction Codes and Licensing, Labor Standards, and Apprenticeship. · Knowledge and understanding of data protection laws prohibiting the disclosure or misuse of private or nonpublic information. · Knowledge and understanding of rulemaking and the Minnesota Administrative Procedure Act. · Experience with Board and/or Council support. · Language skills other than English (such as Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL). **Additional Requirements** It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.