Appeals Paralegal - Paralegal

Working Title: Appeals Paralegal

Job Class: Paralegal

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 97561

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/07/2026

• Closing Date : 10/27/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office AFSCME

• Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / Appeals Paralegal Supv

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $30.20 - $38.81 / hourly; $63,057 - $81,035 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : C

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS 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.

***This position is eligible for telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.***

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies

As the Appeals Paralegal, you will assist the Department of Human Services (DHS) to stay in compliance with state and federal laws by providing the Appeals Division with the following advanced legal support services:

• Contacting parties involved in administrative hearings on behalf of the Appeals Division and the human service judge assigned to the case to gather information or respond to inquiries.

• Consulting with human services judges to schedule and reschedule evidentiary hearings.

• Drafting legal documents.

• Preparing appeal files for hearing.

• Assisting human services judges with management of the case throughout the appeals process.

• Providing support for implementation of an online appeals management system.

• Providing additional legal support through the creation of metric reports and participation in special projects.

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.

Completion of formal paralegal or legal assistant coursework from an accredited program which resulted in a program certificate, associate degree, bachelor’s degree or post bachelor’s degree;

OR

One (1) years’ experience as a paralegal, legal secretary or legal assistant in a legal setting;

OR

Two (2) years’ experience working with administrative hearings and administrative hearing law procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of human services laws and programs.

• Understanding of legal requirements for fair hearings, administrative law procedures and the administrative fair hearing process.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Proficient computer skills in Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc.

• Knowledge/Experience with MAXIS, MMIS or Minnesota Eligibility Technology System (METS).

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

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.