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Working Title: Human Resources Consultant 1

Job Class: Human Resources Consultant 1

Agency: Administration Dept

• Job ID : 82869

• 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 : 12/27/2024

• Closing Date : 01/17/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Administration Dept / Administration-Confidential

• Division/Unit : MMB HR Support

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrep

• 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.

This is a unique opportunity to provide HR support and consultation to one of our HR customers – Minnesota Management & Budget. This position will provide advanced professional level human resource services and consultation to the managers, supervisors, and staff of Minnesota Management & Budget in the areas of workforce planning, organizational development, classification, selection, recruitment, compensation and benefits, and contract administration. This position also consults, advises, and recommends solutions to managers and supervisors on a range of employee relations matters such as performance management, labor relations, legal and policy compliance, personnel rules, contract interpretation, state and federal laws, and all other required rules, standards, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality personnel management services to managers, supervisors, and employees of Minnesota Management & Budget in an appropriate, consistent, timely and efficient manner so a workforce exists which can meet the business needs of the agency.

• Provide consultation and assistance on personnel and labor relations so issues are dealt with consistently and efficiently, employment laws and bargaining agreements are interpreted accurately, and harmonious labor/management relations are maintained.

• Serve as a strategic HR partner and consultant to administer human resource programs such as workforce planning and organizational development appropriately and within applicable laws, rules, and policy. Provide advanced HR advice and assistance to contribute to the success of HR service program objectives.

• Serve as the agency ADA Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications

At least 3 years of full-time equivalent professional level work experience in the following human resource areas: job analysis and evaluation/classification, selection, contract and/or policy interpretation and compensation administration. A bachelor’s or advanced degree in Human Resources or a related degree program, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, and Organizational Behavior, may substitute for one year of experience described above.

In addition, candidates must possess the following:

• Professional experience which demonstrates knowledge to consult, advise and influence management and staff on complex issues in employment contract/plan administration and interpretation; employment law; employee and labor relations.

• Experience in performing job analysis sufficient to identify and recommend job classifications ensuring proper allocation of positions.

• Experience with electronic applicant tracking/hiring tools and programs (such as Oracle Recruiting Solutions or NeoGov), and selection process administration/selection principles, policies, and practices to independently develop and apply selection criteria and promotion procedures/processes.

• Demonstrated success in building effective business partnerships with diverse backgrounds.

• Analytical ability/critical-thinking skills to analyze and evaluate data/information/situations, identify and research issues, evaluate the merits of different points of view and present alternatives to ensure management is adequately informed.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, providing clear and timely answers, develop and explain or defend personnel management policy and/or practice, convey persuasive messages that positively influence the thoughts and actions of others and maintain effective working relationships with agency officials, staff of other agencies, other employees, and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Human Resources or a related degree program, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, and Organizational Behavior.

• Knowledge of the State's personnel system (laws, rules, administrative procedures, MMB policy/procedure, bargaining agreements, etc.), and Merit System standards, principles, and prohibited personnel practices.

• Human Resources experience in a union environment.

• Experience providing lead work direction.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American Databank and employment reference check.

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.