Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Details

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Working Title: Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Class: Legal Administrative Assistant

Agency: Attorney General's Office

* Job ID: 91944

* Location: St. Paul

* Telework Eligible: Yes, hybrid

* Full/Part Time: Full\-Time

* Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

* Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers and bids simultaneously

* Date Posted: 02/07/2026

* Closing Date: 02/19/2026

* Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Attorney General's Office / Attorney General\-AFSCME

* Division/Unit: Attorney Gen. / OMGroup2

* Work Shift/Work Hours: Not Applicable Shift

* Days of Work: Monday \- Friday

* Travel Required: No

* Salary Range: $24\.12 \- $32\.54 / hourly; $50,362 \- $67,943 / annually

* Classified Status: Classified

* Bargaining Unit/Union: 206 \- Clerical/AFSCME

* Work Area: Town Square Tower

* FLSA Status: Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.

Job Summary

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The Office is seeking a Legal Secretary to support the Charities and Consumer Protection Divisions in our Town Square Tower office location. Specifically, this position will support attorneys and paralegals as directed by the supervisor.

The work includes but is not limited to preparing legal documents and briefs, efiling, filing, serving legal documents, opening and closing files, retaining records, and occasionally transcribing documents.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in\-office work and telework) after successful completion of onboarding and training.

Qualifications

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### Minimum Qualifications

• Skill in:

+ Legal terminology sufficient to comprehend and draft a variety of legal documents and maintain case files/records

+ Preparing and processing legal papers and correspondence

+ Organizing and maintaining law libraries, documents, and case file

+ Word processing sufficient to prepare, format, edit, and finalize legal documents and other written materials, ensuring they are grammatically correct, in proper format, and error\-free

+ Data entry to locate, identify and correct data entry errors

+ Customer service sufficient to respectfully engage with clients, coworkers, and customers, when handling difficult or complex problems and resolving escalated complaints or disputes

• Ability to:

+ Compile, research, and analyze information from databases

### Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of:

+ Legal documents that include but are not limited to legal pleadings, briefs, appellate court notices and motions, memoranda of law, legislation, transcripts, delegation orders, correspondence, search warrants, complaints, memos, charts, service letters, and affidavits of service

+ E\-filing in various courts

• Completion of a legal secretary, legal administrative assistant, or related post\-secondary training program or certification; OR two or more years as a legal secretary

### Physical Requirements

• Ability to:

+ Work in a seated or standing position for extended periods of time

+ Collect and deliver items from one location to another

+ Use a keyboard for extended periods of time which may include repetitive motion

### Additional Requirements

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review
• Criminal History Check
• Education / License Verification
• Employment Reference / Records Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Application Details

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### How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651\-259\-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

### Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Brooke Seekins at brooke.seekins@ag.state.mn.us or 651\-300\-7025\.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID\#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Brooke Seekins at brooke.seekins@ag.state.mn.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

#### Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

#### Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low\-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

+ Fertility care, including IVF

+ Diabetes care

+ Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short\-term and long\-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax\-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well\-being

#### Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

#### Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well\-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran\-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S\+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651\-259\-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.