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Working Title: Tax Attorney

Job Class: Staff Attorney 1, Staff Attorney 2, or Staff Attorney 3

Agency: Revenue Dept

• Job ID : 84017

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes, Hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 02/17/2025

• Date Posted : 02/11/2025

• Closing Date : 06/30/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Appeals, Legal Services, and Disclosure / Legal Services 1 or 2

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, up to 5%

• Salary Range for Staff Attorney 1: $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually

• Salary Range for Staff Attorney 2: $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually

• Salary Range for Staff Attorney 3: $42.31 - $62.75 / hourly; $88,343 - $131,022 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

We have multiple tax attorney positions to fill involving individual income tax and withholding and cannabis/sales and use taxation. As a Tax Attorney with the Department, you will have the opportunity to work as an advisor on tax policy, and on often times high-profile tax issues that make a real difference in the lives of all Minnesotans. Specifically, you will provide legal counsel to the relevant taxing division(s), the relevant appeals division(s) and the Commissioner's office on questions regarding taxation. This includes drafting legal memos, department publications (Rulemaking, Revenue Notices, Fact Sheets, Industry Guides, FAQ's, Tax Sharing Agreements and Forms) and provide Department trainings as needed. During the legislative session, you will also draft tax legislation, testify in tax committee and act as a resource regarding tax administration for legislators and their staff. If a case is appealed to court, you will also support the Attorney General's office through that process. Whether you are just beginning your tax career, looking for a lateral change or even a second career in tax law, we hope you will apply.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota or South Dakota. Telework eligibility is based on business needs of the unit and is allowed at supervisory discretion. Commuting to the St. Paul office location for in person meetings, legislative hearings, some of which are on short, notice is expected.

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

Staff Attorney 1 minimum qualifications:

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school;

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written;

• Strong legal research and writing skills;

• Strong organizational and time management skills;

• Some experience with relevant tax law from legal practice, internships, externships, clerkships, volunteer activities, or coursework; and

• Current license and in good standing to practice law in the state of Minnesota is required prior to appointment.

In addition to the requirements of a Staff Attorney 1, a Staff Attorney 2 must also meet the following minimum qualifications:

• At least two years of experience as a practicing attorney and can demonstrate knowledge, experience, and a proficiency in conducting legal research, writing, and analysis and providing legal advice;

• Advanced experience in the practice of the relevant tax law;

• Exceptional human relations skills, problem analysis and solving skills; and

• Substantial experience in performing legal research, writing and analysis on diverse and complex matters.

In addition to the qualifications of the Staff Attorney 1 and 2, finalists for a Staff Attorney 3 must also meet the following minimum qualifications:

• At least four years of advanced specialist-level knowledge and expertise in several specialized areas of tax law;

• Ability to solve novel, complex or unique issues and provide insights regarding the tax system as a whole; and

• Experience in building and maintaining good working relationships with internal/external stakeholders and providing advice to executives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of state statutes, rules and cases in the law related to one or more of the following tax types

• Individual income

• Sales and use

• Cannabis taxation

• Experience drafting litigation documents, representing clients in formal and informal judicial and administrative proceedings, and appearing in court.

• Work experience at the Minnesota State Legislature and legislative process, drafting legislation and bill amendments, or testifying at legislative committee.

• Work experience documenting legislative history, applying the canons of construction and administrative law.

• Experience with the compliance aspects

• State sales and use tax or cannabis tax law; and/or

• Both state and federal individual and/or pass-through entity income tax law.

• Working knowledge of the Minnesota disclosure laws.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, computer monitors, and other office items.

Additional Requirements

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 is needed.