Career Opportunities

About the Office

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2024, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for three years in a row. 

Upcoming Informational Session

Assistant Attorney General Opportunities at the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office

You are cordially invited to attend an upcoming informational session. This event is free and open to everyone. Come join us!

Date: Monday, April 29, 2024
Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. CT
Format: Live Webinar (virtual)
Location: Online via Teams Webinar
Registration: Click this link to register. Once you register, you will receive an email with event details.

Description:
At this informative gathering, you will have the opportunity to:

Our session will feature engaging presentations from experienced attorneys who will share their firsthand experiences and insights into the work they do. Additionally, there will be a Q&A segment where you can ask any questions you may have about working with us. Whether you are a law student, recent graduate, or experienced attorney looking to explore new opportunities, this event is tailored to provide valuable information and networking opportunities. Don't miss this chance to learn more about the exciting work and rewarding career opportunities awaiting you at the Attorney General's Office. We look forward to welcoming you.

The Minnesota Attorney General's Office values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability in need of accommodation(s) to participate, please contact Sarah Spence-Myers at sarah.spence-myers@ag.state.mn.us within 24 hours of the event.

Current Openings

Assistant Attorney General - Environmental & Natural Resources

Posting Number: 74729 -- Deadline to Apply: May 7, 2024
The Office is currently seeking three attorneys who will work in the in the Environmental and Natural Resources (ENR) Division of the Office. Two positions are for Assistant Attorneys General (AAG) in the ENR Division. The ENR Division represents state agencies, the Office, and the people of Minnesota in matters impacting the environment and the responsible uses of the State’s natural resources. The third position is for a Special Assistant Attorney General to serve as a fellow sponsored by the New York University School of Law State Energy & Environmental Impact Center (State Impact Center).

Paralegal - Public Safety Division

Posting Number: 75678 -- Deadline to Apply: April 24, 2024
The Office is currently seeking a Paralegal in the Public Safety Division of the Office. A paralegal in the Public Safety Division will support attorneys on a variety of state litigation and appellate cases, primarily related to implied consent and other vehicle and licensing related litigation, including drafting pleadings, assisting with discovery, interviewing witnesses, and other duties as assigned.

Student Extern – Summer 2024

Deadline to Apply: Applications will be accepted each semester until positions are filled
The Student Extern will be working with the Statewide Expungement Program and will be assisting with reviewing applications, maintaining files, and drafting proposed orders and stipulations.

Our differences make us stronger and leveraging them helps us create a workforce where everyone can thrive. The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at our workplace. We do this by developing strong leaders and advocates, increasing cultural competence, and understanding among all employees, and removing institutional barriers and attitudes that prevent employees from advancing as far as their talents will take them. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, familial status, receipt of public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or age.

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. Please indicate what assistance you need.