WMCL Staff Attorney

William Mitchell College of Law, founded in 1900, is an independent private law school located in St. Paul, Minnesota.  William Mitchell is known for its pioneering blend of practical education and critical scholarship. The College has produced many distinguished leaders at the bench and bar and in the business and civic arenas, among them the 15th Chief Justice of the United States, Warren E. Burger ’31. 

The College has a Staff Attorney opportunity with the Public Health Law Network, a national initiative of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Dedicated to creating a lasting impact on public health through strategic application of the law, the Network provides legal technical assistance, delivers educational resources and creates a platform for professionals to share their knowledge and experiences. 

The Staff Attorney, located in St. Paul, will assist the Network in efforts to strengthen the ability of public health practitioners, counsel, and other stakeholders to use law efficiently and effectively to protect and promote the public’s health.  This position provides technical assistance on specific issues of public health law, conducts training, develops tools and educational materials, and facilitates opportunities for networking and peer assistance. 

Qualifications:  Member in good standing of the Bar of a U.S. jurisdiction; 1-3 yrs experience in providing legal counsel or technical legal support in public health law (related areas of law may be considered and a Masters of Public Health or Law with a health concentration may be considered in lieu of legal practice);  excellent legal research, writing and public speaking skills; strong organizational skills; and the ability to create and maintain partnerships and collaborative relationships. 

To apply please send cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a list of references by mail to Human Resources, William Mitchell College of Law, 875 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105; by fax to (651) 290-8645; or by e-mail to hr@wmitchell.edu.  For best consideration, applications should be submitted by September 6, 2011.  Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.  AA/EOE.The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis is seeking an entry-level attorney for a FT position in the Law Dept. The position involves working with Bank management and attorneys from other Federal Reserve Banks and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System in a variety of areas including banking supervision and regulatory matters, and general in-house matters, such as contracts, employment, litigation, tax, and intellectual property. Requirements: JD and admitted to the Minnesota bar. Up to 4 years of legal experience. Excellent analytical and writing skills. Banking law experience is not necessary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance, 20 days annual vacation allowance, 10 paid holidays, sick time, immediate eligibility in a matched 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and much more! We also have an on-site fitness center and cafeteria. We are conveniently located in downtown Minneapolis on the riverfront at 90 Hennepin Ave. Interested applicants must apply on-line at www.minneapolisfed.org by June 24, 2011. The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis is committed to equal opportunities for employees and job applicants alike, and to an environment where employees can work effectively with and value other employees for their differences.MABL members when you get a chance. Feel free to contact John Matheson, Director of the Corporate Institute if you have any further questions: 612.625.3879 Executive Director-Corporate Institute, University of Minnesota Law School. The Corporate Institute is a newly established Law School entity that builds on the strength of an internationally recognized business law faculty and business-related programs. Through development, improvement and outreach, the Corporate Institute will enhance the connections between the business community and the Law School and better prepare students to be effective business lawyers and leaders. The Executive Director will manage the administrative, programmatic, and outreach activities of the Corporate Institute. These include developing new program initiatives, improving connections with the corporate community, fundraising for the Institute, overseeing communications, and planning conference and events. This position requires leadership and experience in dealing with the corporate community. A full job description and application instructions can be found at http://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=101339. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

Minnesota U.S. Attorney's Office hiring AUSA's

The MN U.S. Attorney's Office is hiring two new AUSA's (one permanent and one temporary). There are two postings for positions at the USAO. The USAO is taking applications and would welcome applications from diverse candidates. Here are links to the available positions:

http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/jobs/ausa-usao-mn-2011-1.htm

http://www.justice.gov/careers/legal/jobs/2012-01-mnnesota.htm

The Minnesota Department of Revenue seeking attorney

The Minnesota Department of Revenue, St Paul Office, is seeking qualified individuals for two positions responsible for providing legal counsel in the areas of: Disclosure, administrative law, MinnesotaCare taxes, corporate franchise tax, Job Opportunity Building Zone Program (JOBZ), the Historical Rehabilitation Credit program and similar programs. These positions are responsible for drafting legislation in the subject areas, testifying at legislative hearings, drafting administrative rules, representing the Department at rule hearings, identifying legal and policy issues across tax types and ensuring that all interested parties are aware of and understand the issues. Qualified candidates will have graduated from an ABA approved law school and be licensed to practice law in Minnesota. Work experience and/or strong academic background in state, local or federal taxation preferred.

For more information about the position, required qualifications and instructions on how to apply, visit the State Careers web site at www.careers.state.mn.us and search for job posting number 12REV000074. Application deadline is Monday, April 9, 2012. Questions may be referred to Barb Wemeier, Revenue Human Resources, at barb.wemeier@state.mn.us; 651-556-6669.

Counsel, Regulatory Affairs, Regency Beauty Institute

About Regency Beauty Institute Regency Beauty Institute is a growing, nationally-recognized cosmetology education provider. By building and operating convenient, upscale, retail-oriented campuses and centralizing admissions and student services functions utilizing proprietary technologies, Regency has redefined the way beauty education is delivered. Headquartered in St. Louis Park, MN, Regency was founded as a single campus in Minneapolis in 1950 and has grown to 89 campuses in 20 states.

Position overview: The Counsel, regulatory affairs will be responsible for the Company’s compliance with all regulations and standards to which the Company is subject, including DOE regulations, state licensing requirements and regulations, and standards enforced by the Company’s accrediting agency, the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences (NACCAS).

Reports to: Senior Vice President & General Counsel Schedule: Full-time Location: Regency headquarters, St. Louis Park, MN

Primary responsibilities: Ensure that Regency complies with all state and federal laws , rules, and standards. Build productive relationships with state and federal regulators and regulatory boards. Identify and prioritize regulatory risks and business needs across all Regency functions; build strong client relationships and clear interface points with key functions. Identify all state laws and rules relevant to Regency’s operations; develop an efficient, accessible, user-friendly system for organizing, categorizing and interpreting laws and rules. Monitor, communicate and assess the potential impact of proposed state and federal law and rule changes; propose and champion changes that would benefit Regency’s students and other constituents. Manage national, state and local reporting and licensing including new applications and renewals; handle correspondence with federal agencies and states including responding to complaints and other inquiries. Provide ongoing federal and state regulatory support and training to campus and headquarters personnel.

Skills and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant regulatory experience; strong legal interpretation and advocacy skills preferred. Experience in post-secondary education or managing regulatory operations preferred, including experience and knowledge in the preparation of major regulatory submissions and supportive amendments or supplements for major regulatory interactions. Experience building or managing documentation systems supporting regulatory submissions. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with a variety of personnel. Ability to work in a small organization with aggressive timelines and multiple priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Contracts Administrator, Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd.

Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd. is a leading designer and manufacturer of industrial and commercial air moving equipment with facilities throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. We have an excellent opportunity in our Plymouth, Minnesota headquarters for a skilled, motivated Contracts Administrator. This is the perfect position for an individual who wants to assume a key role and significantly contribute to a dynamic, fast growing and entrepreneurial company. The primary role for the Contracts Administrator will be to review and negotiate contract terms and conditions on quotes, bids, contract agreements and purchase orders. A link to the job posting is included below:

http://www.twincityfan.com/tcfcorporate/empContractsAdmin.asp

Senior Attorney Position, Supervalu

There is a director-level position available for an attorney with a background in retail and/or merchandising. Please contact Kari Wangensteen at kari.wangensteen@supervalu.com for more information.

Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

Organizational Summary: The Hennepin County Bar Association is a professional, non-profit membership organization comprised of approximately 8,500 lawyers and 18 staff members. The HCBA serves its members’ needs by advancing professionalism, ethical conduct, diversity, competence, practice development, and collegiality within the legal profession. The HCBA also serves the public at large by striving to ensure fairness and accessibility to the courts, promoting public understanding and confidence in the legal system, and working to improve the administration of justice.

Primary Duties: The executive assistant provides primary administrative support to the HCBA’s executive director and to the volunteer leadership of the association, and coordinates special projects related to the governance and management of the organization. The executive assistant also serves as the Fourth District Ethics Committee Coordinator regarding ethics complaints filed against attorneys. A detailed job description can be found in classifieds at www.hcba.org.

Experience: Essential skills include: excellent oral and written communications, mastery of Microsoft Word, substantial experience in data entry, high level of professionalism, tact and positivity, attention to detail, impeccable integrity and ethical standards, and excellent time management and problem solving abilities.

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of work experience directly applicable to the duties, skills, and experience required.

Additional desired skills include: experience working with attorneys and/or judges, experience working for an association, demonstrated interest in board governance, strategy development, and organizational development, experience with MS Access, an association management system (AMS) and/or customer relationship management system (CRM), experience in website maintenance, use of social media for organizational purposes and experience using PowerPoint, Prezi, or other presentation software.

Additional Information: Full time (37.5 hours per week). Excellent benefits, Low to mid $30,000’s. The HCBA is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting a diverse pool of candidates.

To Apply for the Position: Send resume and cover letter to the Hennepin County Bar Association, 600 Nicollet Mall #390; Minneapolis, MN 55402 Attn: HR or via e-mail to hr@hcba.org. See classifieds at www.hcba.org.

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