Legal Analyst

Working Title: Legal Analyst

Job Class: Legal Analyst

Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept

• Job ID : 93709

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 06/04/26. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.

• Date Posted : 05/29/2026

• Closing Date : 06/11/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : DCYF / DCYF Central Office MAPE

• Division/Unit : DCY - Central Office / GCO Legal Operations

• Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually

• (Effective July 1, 2026: $29.76 - $43.69 / hourly, $62,139 - $91,225 / annually)

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

* Telework ( (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) General Counsel’s Office is building its legal support infrastructure, and this position is critical to that goal. The General Counsel’s Office provides and oversees agencywide functions, including management and fulfillment of requests for agency data, preservations of data through use of effective legal holds for existing and anticipated litigation, produce data in response to litigation using a technology-based approach, and other foundational legal infrastructure for DCYF.

We are secure in these basic functions, however, this position will lead efforts to document current processes, enhance our processes through thoughtful consultation with legal leadership and DCYF program staff, and advise development of technology systems to support and enhance our effectiveness. This position will also be at the hub of execution of these processes – developing processes and systems in consultation with our technology team, training staff agencywide, actively managing data request and litigation processes, and working side by side with our General Counsel’s Office team.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the development and implementation of agency-wide data practices, privacy and lifecycle programs to ensure compliance with MGDPA, HIPAA, and other regulations.

• Lead the agency’s litigation readiness and eDiscovery programs and drive operational preparedness initiatives for investigations, complaints, inquiries, and requests across all sections and divisions.

• Serve as a principal advisor to GCO leadership and lead substantive legal and policy analysis across all program areas. Conduct complex research on statutes, regulations, and case law, and prepare high-quality written products and recommendations that inform executive decisions, governance design, and agency strategy.

• Develop and deliver specialized training and practical tools that translate complex legal requirements into actionable guidance for agency staff.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.

Two (2) years of experience in legal operations, data privacy, compliance, or regulatory program management.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Experience with data practices and data privacy frameworks.

• Experience managing projects or programs with an organization-wide or function-wide scope.

• Experience serving as a principal advisor to executive leadership.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

• Ability to effectively articulate complex concepts in an effective and engaging manner.

• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently in writing.

• Ability to demonstrate service-oriented approach to achieving the objectives for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate, Certified Information Privacy Professional/United State (CIPP/US) certification, or equivalent professional credential preferred.

• A Juris Doctor (DJ) or master’s degree in law. Note: This position does not provide privileged counsel.

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:

• Reference check

• Criminal Background check

• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

• Driver’s License Check

• Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees

• Additional assessment may be required during the interview process

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.