Supervising Attorney - Data Practices

City of Saint Paul

Saint Paul, MN

The Saint Paul City Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a Supervising Attorney to join its Civil Division. The position will perform expert-level professional and managerial work in planning, directing, and evaluating the legal services provided by attorneys within the division. This position reports to the Deputy City Attorney for the Civil Division.

This newly created role will lead the City’s data practices work supporting City departments and supervising attorneys and staff within the Civil Division. The position oversees all aspects of government data, including collection, use, retention, and dissemination, while ensuring effective, compliant responses to data requests. Initial priorities include strengthening citywide policies, processes, tools, and best practices, as well as developing and delivering training.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

Oversee compliance with state data practices laws and accompanying rules. Strengthens processes and protocols, workflows and response timelines, and policies and procedures related to accessing public data.
Coordinate with the City’s Responsible Authority and Data Practices Compliance Official.
Work with City department designees who coordinate the intake and processing of public records requests. Resolves issues arising from the collection and dissemination of data.
Update and revise data practices-related policies in accordance with legislative changes.
Advise and handle complex data requests such as those involving risk of litigation.
Research and advise City stakeholders, department leadership, and data practices designees regarding the data request process and responses.
Develop, access, and conduct training for City staff. Coordinate with department staff on their records management and data access.
Provide direct support to Mayor’s Office and City Council on data practices requests. Establish and maintain relationships with elected officials, department leadership, and staff.

Ongoing responsibilities include overseeing the security, accessibility, and legal compliance of City data in accordance with applicable laws, including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, while leading complex, sensitive, and time-critical data practices projects.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:

Experience with data practices or data compliance
Knowledge of MN Government Data Practices Act
Strong communication and organizational skills
Experience supervising and training employees
Experience in developing, documenting, and implementing initiatives, processes, or programs

Our Benefits:We offer competitive wages, and a variety ofexcellent benefits,including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

A Juris Doctorate Degree and a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota.
A minimum eight years of experience practicing law. (This includes four years of progressive experience as an Attorney at the full performance level plus one year of experience at the Senior Attorney level with the City of Saint Paul or equivalent.)

Continued employment as a Supervising Attorney is contingent upon maintaining a license to practice law from the Supreme Court of the State of Minnesota. Additionally, continued employment as a Supervising Attorney is contingent upon the will and pleasure of the City Attorney.

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
Upload or submit the following required documents via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- Statement of Interest
- Resume
- Writing Sample
- A legible copy of your proof of license to practice law in the State of Minnesota (required at time of hire)

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Unclassified Posting:This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules. All who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process:You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Chrissy Hauge at 651-266-6512
E-mail: christine.hauge@stpaul.gov

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Supervising Attorney - Data Practices

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