Closing Date: 9th April, 2024
Description:
Job Summary:
The Office is seeking a highly capable individual with the skills and drive to work on behalf of the public in improving the quality of healthcare and education for all Minnesotans by providing legal representation to the State's health-related licensing boards and the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (“PELSB”) in their resolution of complaints alleging misconduct by healthcare providers and educators. The Office's Health and Teacher Licensing Division represents Minnesota's 16 health-related licensing boards and PELSB in litigation and administrative actions related to the boards' licensure and regulatory oversight of healthcare providers and educators. Key functions of this position include providing legal representation to the boards at meetings and disciplinary conferences, in contested cases at the Office of Administrative Hearings, and in matters in district and appellate courts.
Attorneys are responsible for all phases of administrative actions and civil litigation, including coordinating investigations, preparing and filing pleadings and briefs, appearing at hearings, engaging in negotiations and settlement conferences, trying cases at the Office of Administrative Hearings and in district court, and handling appeals. Complaints against licensees may involve allegations of substandard practice, unprofessional or unethical conduct, fraudulent or abusive billing, improper prescribing of controlled substances, sexual misconduct, and violation of professional boundaries. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly committed team that makes a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to:
Important! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: (1) resume; and (2) cover letter with a writing sample (of up to ten pages) in one document.
To be considered at the S2 lS2evel, candidates must have 6 or more years of related experience.
Physical Requirements:
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:
The Office is seeking a highly capable individual with the skills and drive to work on behalf of the public in improving the quality of healthcare and education for all Minnesotans by providing legal representation to the State's health-related licensing boards and the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (“PELSB”) in their resolution of complaints alleging misconduct by healthcare providers and educators. The Office's Health and Teacher Licensing Division represents Minnesota's 16 health-related licensing boards and PELSB in litigation and administrative actions related to the boards' licensure and regulatory oversight of healthcare providers and educators. Key functions of this position include providing legal representation to the boards at meetings and disciplinary conferences, in contested cases at the Office of Administrative Hearings, and in matters in district and appellate courts.
Attorneys are responsible for all phases of administrative actions and civil litigation, including coordinating investigations, preparing and filing pleadings and briefs, appearing at hearings, engaging in negotiations and settlement conferences, trying cases at the Office of Administrative Hearings and in district court, and handling appeals. Complaints against licensees may involve allegations of substandard practice, unprofessional or unethical conduct, fraudulent or abusive billing, improper prescribing of controlled substances, sexual misconduct, and violation of professional boundaries. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly committed team that makes a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from a law school accredited by the ABA and licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota
- Interest in handling cases on behalf of the State's health-related licensing boards and PELSB before administrative tribunals, district courts, and appellate courts
- Excellent research skills, and written and oral communication skills (a cover letter with a writing sample is required with application submission)
Ability to:
- litigate independently and make strategic decisions as lead counsel on a diverse caseload
- multitask by managing a high-volume caseload and meeting deadlines
- contribute positively to a team and interact successfully with colleagues, clients, counsel, judges, and members of the public
- work in an inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment
To be considered at the S2 lS2evel, candidates must have 6 or more years of related experience.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 20 pounds
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