Senior Attorney

Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or in a state bordering Minnesota.

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Minnesota Housing is hiring! We’re a mission-focused financial institution looking for a Senior Attorney will provide Minnesota Housing with legal advice and guidance, with a primary focus on the activities of the Single Family division, which includes affordable housing homeownership programs, home improvement programs, community initiatives programs, and related state agency issues.

This is a varied and interesting position for an experienced attorney to work in a state agency that is also an independent entity with a complex business model related to single family lending. This role will advise on issues related to the Single Family division’s affordable homeownership programs that fill a financing gap in the housing market by focusing on communities most impacted, including Black, Indigenous, and communities of color. On an annual basis, approximately $1 billion is committed through the Agency’s Homeownership Programs; $30 million is committed through the Agency’s Home Improvement Programs; $20 million is committed through the Agency’s Community Initiatives Programs. This position includes navigating federal requirements, state requirements in both statute and rule, and contractual relationships with third parties.

Essential Job DutiesProvide legal advice on federal and state laws, regulations, and standards that impact Minnesota Housing single family lending products and services, which includes, but are not limited to, federal and state consumer protection laws, Minnesota statutes and rules, and program requirements. Provide legal advice and guidance specifically for the Agency’s Homeownership Programs, Home Improvement Programs, and Community Initiatives Programs.Collaborate with the Minnesota Housing Legal team, internal and external partners, and division staff and management to assess the legal, regulatory, and reputational risks associated with Minnesota Housing singly family products and services, develop approaches/recommendations for managing such risks, and provide sound legal opinions.Other duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsTo 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 progressively responsible legal experience. At least one (1) year of experience in affordable housing, real estate, mortgage lending, consumer protections, or other legal area relevant to the position (please provide an explanation of how your experience is related to this position if not in one of the listed topics).Law degree from an accredited law school.Member of the Minnesota state bar or, if a member of another state bar, plan to be admitted to the Minnesota state bar within one year of hire. Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills.Ability to understand and explain federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies and programs.Highly developed communication skills, including persuasion, presentation, problem-solving and trust-building, and the achievement of successful working relationships with management, employees and outside organizations and outside counsel. Demonstrated commitment to equity.

Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity and experience with, or demonstrated interested in, laws and regulations related to mortgage lending and/or consumer protection. Experience in affordable housing. Experience developing legal approaches to address inequities.Ability to provide advice and engage in strategic leadership on matters that impact assigned practice areas.Demonstrated ability to collaborate with peers and superiors and to work within the Agency and among other agencies and organizations to identify issues and resolve problems.

Salary Range$40.49 - $60.05/hourly, $84,543 - $125,384/annually

Additional RequirementsThis position requires successful completion of the following:Reference Checks.Job related background checks. Conflict of Interest Disclosure.

Physical RequirementsThis position requires occasional transporting of articles such as file folders, ledgers and/or small tools.

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For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact If you have questions about the position, contact us at: Minnesota.Housing.Human.Resources@state.mn.us.

About Housing Finance AgencyAt 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.

Why Work for Us

Diverse WorkforceWe are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.A recent engagement survey of Minnesota Housing employees found:98% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission97% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs96% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job93% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive BenefitsOur benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:Public pension planTraining and professional developmentPaid vacation and sick leave11 paid holidays each yearPaid parental leaveLow-cost medical and dental coveragePrescription drug coverageVision coverageWellness programs and resourcesEmployer paid life insuranceShort-term and long-term disabilityHealth care spending and savings accountsDependent care spending accountTax-deferred compensationEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition reimbursementFederal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.