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Working Title: Labor Relations Consultant

Job Class: Labor Relations Consultant 1 or 2

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 81792

• 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 : 11/15/2024

• Closing Date : 12/06/2024

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

• Division/Unit : Human Resources / Human Resources Mgmt

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Labor Relations Consultant 1 Salary Range: $30.80 - $45.47 / hourly; $64,310 - $94,941 / annually

• Labor Relations Consultant 2 Salary Range: $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• 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.

ATTENTION APPLICANTS: This vacancy is being announced for two different job classes at the same time, Labor Relations Consultant 2 and Labor Relations Consultant 1 . The final class and starting salary are dependent on the successful applicant’s qualifications. This posting will be used to fill three vacancies.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul. This position will have the flexibility to telecommute, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

In this position, you will assist and support the Labor Relations manager in administering MnDOT’s labor relations function. This includes, but is not limited to, handling disputes, conducting investigations, and providing direction and training to MnDOT managers and supervisors in the administration of labor agreements. Additionally, this position is responsible for providing guidance and consultation to managers and supervisors regarding employee misconduct and other performance related issues and reviewing and updating HR policies. This position participates on bargaining teams for labor contract negotiations. The position will also have access to and use confidential bargaining strategies and labor relations data as defined in M.S. §13.37.

Occasional (5% of time) travel to MnDOT locations and for bargaining is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Labor Relations Consultant 2:

Three years of advanced professional Labor Relations experience. A Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a closely related field substitutes for six months of advanced professional experience.

• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and applying employment laws and labor agreements.

• Experience consulting with and advising managers and supervisors on a wide variety of HR issues, including performance management and investigations.

• Experience handling discipline and grievances.

Labor Relations Consultant 1:

Three years of professional Labor Relations experience. A Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a closely related field substitutes for one year of professional experience professional experience.

• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and applying employment laws and labor agreements.

• Experience consulting with and advising managers and supervisors on a wide variety of HR issues, including performance management and investigations.

• Experience handling discipline and grievances.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checks

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.

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.