Job Information
State of Minnesota Human Resources Specialist 1 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Human Resources Specialist 1
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 82741
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 : 12/20/2024
Closing Date : 12/30/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Confidential
Division/Unit : Corrections - Central Office / FS / MINNCOR Human Res Dir Staff
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Travel Required : Yes - limited, 10%
Salary Range: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrep
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 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.
To assist the Regional Human Resources Director (RHRD) by providing professional human resource assistance, consultation, and training to managers, supervisors and employees in the administration of labor agreements, staffing, performance management, and compensation. Under general supervision, effectively manage and administer the daily operation of the Central Office/Field Services Regional Human Resources (HR) Office allowing a full range of services are made available to all staff. Services include but are not limited to conducting and processing investigations, labor/employee relations and contract administration, performance management consultation, workers compensation consultation, unemployment compensation, insurance benefits consultation, leave (including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)) management consultation, file maintenance and records management.
This position offers the flexibility of telework, with occasional travel to the Central Office in St. Paul, for in person agency and statewide meetings based on business needs.
Minimum Qualifications
- One year of HR experience with responsibility in applying and interpreting collective bargaining agreement provisions, HR administrative procedures and policies.
All applicants who meet the above experience/education requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:
Experience administering the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and other forms of paid and unpaid leaves of absence.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and administer collective bargaining agreements, handle grievances, monitor and track disciplinary actions and evaluate and assist with investigations of misconduct.
Knowledge of workers' compensation law, terminology, administration, rehabilitation and financial effects/payments.
Knowledge of Federal and Minnesota statutes and regulations related to human resources including the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the MN Human Rights Act, and Title 7 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.
Knowledge of the processing of unemployment insurance claims.
Skills in using a human resources information system (preferably PeopleSoft/SEMA4) to review employee/position information.
Keyboarding skills and skills in using word processing and spreadsheet software (preferably Microsoft Word and Excel) sufficient to create and edit correspondence and develop and maintain spreadsheets to track data.
Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to effectively explain procedural information to managers, supervisors and employees; compose correspondence and reports; and prepare and present procedural training to managers, supervisors and employees.
Organizational skills sufficient to create and maintain adequate and organized files and data.
Ability to handle sensitive information with tact and diplomacy and maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Human Resources or a related degree program, including but not limited to Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, and Organizational Behavior.
State of Minnesota human resources experience.
Professional-level human resources experience.
Human resources experience in a continuous, 24-hour operations organization.
Experience in workers' compensation law, terminology, administration, rehabilitation and financial effects/payments.
Experience in reviewing and responding to unemployment insurance claims.
Knowledge of the Public Employment Labor Relations Act sufficient to assist in the labor relations process.
Knowledge of Minnesota statutes and regulations related to human resources including M.S. 43A (State Personnel Management) and the Public Employment Labor Relations Act (PELRA), as well as State of Minnesota personnel policies, rules and administrative procedures.
Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Corrections' organization, practices, and policies.
Knowledge of the MN Data Practices Act.
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us .
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.