Financial Investigator - Charities Division

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified applicants
Date Posted: 5/21/2025
Closing Date: 6/4/2025
LA5 Salary Range: $25.14 - $37.60 / hourly; $52,492 - $78,508 / annually
LA6 Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually
LA7 Salary Range: $31.61 - $47.69 / hourly; $66,001 - $99,576 / annually
Telework Eligible: Yes / Hybrid

Job Summary

The Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect.  We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2025, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for four years in a row and Top Workplace USA for four years in a row.

The Office is currently seeking a Financial Investigator in the Charities Division of the Office. Financial Investigators work closely with the Division Manager and Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) on investigations, legal actions, and other matters that ensure regulated entities use their assets to benefit the Minnesota public. The position involves supporting and conducting investigations to detect fraud, deception, waste, misuse, improper governance, and related issues. Financial Investigators support investigations and cases initiated by AAGs, as well as initiate their own audits or informal investigations of regulated entities where appropriate.

A successful candidate in this position will support the mission of the Office by:

• Being part of an investigative team in collaboration with AAGs
• Developing and implementing effective strategies for investigations
• Reviewing and analyzing financial documents and data such as QuickBooks data, Excel reports, financial statements, IRS filings, bank statements, checks, and receipts for items of evidentiary value
• Developing reports of financial data
• Conducting research on accounting, financial, governance, and other topics and standards to inform analysis
• Conducting, recording, taking notes on, and summarizing interviews
• Under the direction and supervision of the Division Manager, initiating a wide range of informal investigations/audits of regulated entities
• Assisting AAGs with assigned investigative and litigation tasks where appropriate, including preparing discovery items, court exhibits, and various types of evidence; and
• Assisting the Division constituent support tasks, including addressing calls and correspondence from the public.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of in-office work and telework).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in related field of study (directly related work experience may substitute for degree)
• 3 or more years’ experience in civil or criminal investigations, compliance, fraud detection, nonprofit governance, accounting, finance, or closely related fields
• Demonstrated skill in:
  • attention to detail, planning, organization, and time management to effectively handle multiple caseload assignments concurrently
  • oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • plan, organize, and conduct investigations
  • organize, review, analyze, and summarize large amounts of information
  • compile and summarize data and prepare records or reports in a clear, logical, and objective manner that requires minimal editing
  • develop and maintain strong working relationships with co-workers and willingness to work as part of an inclusive team
• Intermediate proficiency in computer software systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office
  

To be considered at the LA6 level, candidates must have at least 6 years of directly related experience. To be considered at the LA7 level, candidates must have at least 12 years of directly related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or skill in investigative techniques, methods, and procedures
• Knowledge of or experience with:
  • reviewing and analyzing financial documents such as IRS filings and financial statements
  • accounting rules and procedures
  • Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, or other accounting software

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website, which is the State’s official application and hiring site. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

• Go to www.mn.gov/careers;
  • Apply for posting number 86384
• OR Direct Link

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Brooke Seekins at brooke.seekins@ag.state.mn.us or (651) 300-7025.

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Why Work For Us 

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? 

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits 

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include: 

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify; for more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities.If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at (651) 259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.