Real Estate Attorney – Staff Attorney 2 Full Time NEW

Working Title: Real Estate Attorney

Job Class: Staff Attorney 2

Agency: Transportation Dept

Job ID : 94433

Location : Roseville

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 05/22/2026

Closing Date : 06/12/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

Division/Unit : Metro / Right of Way Metro

Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift

Days of Work : Monday – Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $38.55 – $57.35 / hourly; $80,492 – $119,746 / 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.

**The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at the Waters Edge Office in Roseville and may work a hybrid schedule up to 50% remotely. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position is responsible for implementing the title services program in the Metro Right of Way Department by assisting as a centralized resource to MnDOT in securing good and marketable title to the real estate it acquires. Duties include:

Implementing the title services program in Metro Right of Way by conducting on-line and in person research within the various Twin City Metropolitan Counties by researching and analyzing the land records for tracts of land and preparing a title opinion based upon principles of real estate law, including Minnesota Title Standards.

Reviewing title opinions, field title reports, market data reports, and other supporting documents and applying legal knowledge to determine the legal interests for direct purchase and condemnation.

Providing direct purchase support, including preparation of acquisition documents, advising on methods to resolve title defects and the risks associated with each proposed method, and the effect of a particular interest on MnDOT’s ability to acquire.

Providing legal advice on property management matters, including conveyances, permits, leases, and agreements.

Drafting and reviewing real estate documents, conducting legal research, and reviewing proposed legislation.

This position will occasionally travel within the Twin Cities Metropolitan area for title research.

Minimum Qualifications

A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school; and

A current license to practice law in the State of Minnesota; and

Two years of advanced professional experience that demonstrates the following:

Experience preparing title opinions and/or title commitments for real property

Experience in real property law sufficient to prepare title examinations

Experience reviewing legal descriptions sufficient to prepare a title opinion for the acquisition of real property.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the direct purchase or condemnation acquisition process, including ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements and drafting acquisition and conveyance instruments.

Skill in legal research and analysis, professional writing, and client counseling.

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that all candidates successfully submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

Sema 4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employee Reference Check

Education/License Verification

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.