Legal Operations Manager - Minnesota Housing : Job Details

• Job ID: 88265
• Location: St Paul, MN
• Telework Eligible: Yes, up to 50% of scheduled workdays. Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the St. Paul office if in Wisconsin.
• Full/Part Time: Full Time
• Date Posted: 08/16/2025
• Closing Date: 09/02/2025
• Division/Unit: Legal
• Salary Range: $27.84 - 40.82 / Hourly - $58,130 - $85,232 / Annually

This position requires an employee to work onsite at 400 Wabasha Street North, St Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of their scheduled work days, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.

• Telework is available on a limited basis.
• Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from our St. Paul office may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
• Candidates residing 50 or more miles from our St. Paul office in a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are not eligible to be hired, unless planning to relocate within 50 miles of the work location.

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.

Minnesota Housing is hiring! We're a mission-focused financial institution looking for a Legal Operations Manager to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of legal operations at the Agency. This candidate will handle the logistical, financial and administrative aspects of the Legal team. Such duties include managing legal technology, working with vendors, overseeing budgets, and drafting and improving internal processes. The candidate will also work with the General Counsel to process and make recommendations on conflicts of interest. The Legal Operations Manager will, in conjunction with other Legal team members, work on Agency documents to ensure consistency in process and procedure for internal and external stakeholders. The candidate will provide administrative support for Legal team related to contracting, rulemaking, and data practices to ensure legal compliance at the Minnesota Housing.

Essential Job Duties

• Manages legal technology and working with vendors.
• Provides executive, technical, and administrative expertise related to contracting, rulemaking, and data practices to ensure legal compliance.
• Ensures that the processes, procedures, and Agency documents are consistent and usable for internal and external stakeholders. Identifies processes and procedures that require updates and work with appropriate legal and program staff.
• Prioritize multiple projects and legal resources to manage process and meet applicable deadlines.
• Review and assist in conflict of interest (COI) evaluations in conjunction with the General Counsel.
• Perform other duties as assigned to optimize efficiency of and ensure smooth functioning of the Legal team and maintain the reputation of Minnesota Housing as a valuable business partner.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• Four (4) years of experience in project management work, legal administration, or nonprofit administration.
• A bachelor's degree in government, business administration, or public affairs or administration may substitute for 12 months of experience – or – a Master's degree in the listed fields may substitute for 18 months of experience.
• Experience in legal technology and operations, including support for legal review processes and document production.
• Organizational, collaboration, and change management skills sufficient to plan, organize, direct, implement and explain complex programs and services and work to align competing interests and gain support from stakeholders.
• Skilled in vendor coordination, with a track record of resolving complex issues involving external partners and facilitating legal-related trainings.
• Demonstrated communication skills, including ability to comprehend and communicate complex legal information in plain language to non-legal staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in legal technology and operations (e.g., Everlaw).
• Strong knowledge of conflict-of-interest mitigation, applicable laws, rules, and policies.
• Experience in budgeting and ensuring compliance with annual financial plans.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• Reference Checks.
• Job related background checks.
• Conflict of Interest Disclosure.

Physical Requirements

Requires moving office items such as file folders and small office tools.

How to Apply

External candidates: Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-###-#### or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to

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Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact us at: [email protected].

About Housing Finance Agency

At Minnesota Housing, we know that affordable housing is an essential part of Minnesota's infrastructure. When you work here, you're helping to build stronger communities. We have a national reputation as one of the finest housing finance agencies in the country.

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 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.
• Student Loan Reimbursement (pilot program)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• 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 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.

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 job information line at 651-###-####or email [email protected], and let us know the support you need.