Staff Attorney 2 - Associate General Counsel of Regulatory Enforcement

Working Title: Associate General Counsel of Regulatory Enforcement - Staff Attorney 2
Job Class: Staff Attorney 2
Agency: Cannabis Management Office

• Job ID: 93812
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/30/2026
• Closing Date: 05/14/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Cannabis Management Office
• Division/Unit: Cannabis Management Office-OCM / Legal Services Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, Up to 25%
• Salary Range: $38.55 - $57.35 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: MAPE
• 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.

The Office of Cannabis Management is currently seeking an Associate General Counsel to serve as the lead attorney for regulatory enforcement and provide legal support across other assigned practice areas within the Office of General Counsel. This role is responsible for providing the Office with legal expertise and advice, collaborating with OCM General Counsel and staff, establishing legal policies, participating in rulemaking, and conducting legal research. Associate General Counsels are expected to regularly provide direct advice to agency leadership and routinely handle legal issues in their assigned practice area.

This position is located in St. Paul and may telework from home two (2) days per week and is expected to be in the office three (3) days per week.

A successful incumbent in this position will be able to:

• Provide sound legal advice regarding compliance with all applicable laws and coordinate all legal functions related to regulatory enforcement, cannabis law, and general in house-counsel duties
• Develop, review, and maintain internal operational policies 
• Conduct legal research on novel and complex issues
• Identify potential legal problems and anticipate future developments as they relate to business units of the Office

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.

• Three (3) years of experience as a practicing attorney demonstrating: 
  • Legal research and analysis 
  • Legal writing (e.g., memos, orders, briefs, or formal opinions) 
  • Providing legal advice to clients or stakeholders 
    • Judicial clerkships post licensure will count towards these criteria
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school 
• Current license in good standing to practice law in the State of Minnesota 
• One (1) year of the required experience in either cannabis litigation, hemp litigation, or compliance practice
• Communication skills sufficient to effectively convey complex legal information to a variety of audiences 
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment

In addition, applicants may be asked to submit a writing sample to be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting regulatory enforcement activities, including drafting or reviewing administrative actions, orders, or compliance-related documentation.
• Knowledge of Minnesota cannabis laws and regulations sufficient to support implementation, compliance, or enforcement activities.
• Experience supporting legal or administrative proceedings, including case preparation, documentation, coordination with legal counsel, or participation in hearings.
• Experience developing or implementing policies and procedures within a government or regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of data practices, records retention, and experience working with data or electronic records systems to support regulatory or compliance functions.
• MN or state regulatory experience

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

The Office of Cannabis Management will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.