Closing Date: 22nd October, 2026
Description:
Job Summary:This position will coordinate the Office of Cannabis Management's (OMC) obligations under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA) and other state and federal laws regarding protection of the privacy of data subjects and accessibility of public information and serve as office's Data Practices Compliance Official. Additionally, this position will serve as a lead attorney in Data Governance providing legal advice regarding compliance with all applicable laws and coordinating all legal functions in these areas.
This position will provide legal expertise to ensure OCM's compliance with state and federal laws, providing legal advice on officewide and division-specific issues, assisting the General Counsel with coordinating the office's litigation, collaborating with other attorneys and OCM staff in legal review of contracts and rulemaking submissions, and collaborating in the development and implementation of OCM legal policies and best practices. This position will conduct legal and policy research, perform analysis on diverse and complex matters, provide legal advice, and produce written products for a variety of audiences and purposes.
This position is located in St. Paul and is required to report to the office three (3) days per week and may telework two days per week.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
At least three (3) years experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or public sector setting (Judicial Clerkship will count toward this criteria)
A J.D. degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school; and
A current license to practice law in the State of Minnesota.
Experience must demonstrate the following:
- Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills;
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts
- Building and maintaining good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
- Providing legal advice to leadership on diverse and complex data privacy matters; and
- Knowledge of principles and practices of legal, ethical and professional rules of conduct.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Direct experience managing data or performing data practices functions.
- Knowledge of Minnesota Data Practices Act sufficient to respond to requests for information and coordinate agency response.
- Knowledge of Minnesota Records Retention laws sufficient to manage varying retention schedules.
- Knowledge and technical ability to evaluate and advise on the implementation, governance, and management of electronic data management technologies.
- Experience assisting in litigation cases.
- Experience developing and managing internal policies and procedures for managing data requests.
Additional Requirements:
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
- SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
- Employment Reference Check
- Conflict of Interest Review
- Criminal Background Check
Application Details
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 Mai Vang at mai.vang3@state.mn.us or 651-539-5832.
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 Mai Vang at mai.vang3@state.mn.us.
About Cannabis Management Office
Be a part of building the new Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) from the group up and supporting Minnesota's new cannabis industry. The OCM will serve as the primary regulatory agency for the state's hew and expanding cannabis industry, (including the new adult-use market, the Medical Cannabis Program, and existing lower-potency hemp edibles), issue business licenses, provide education and technical support to the new businesses, administer grants to support community reinvestment, and oversee all aspects of Minnesota's cannabis industry.
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- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
