Human Resources Specialist
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 02/06/2019
Closing Date: 02/20/2019
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue-Confidential
Division/Unit: Human Resource Mgmt Division / HRM-Staffing & Support
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $19.46 - $28.15/hourly; $40,632 - $58,777/annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Job Summary
Job Summary
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This position is responsible for providing professional level human resource management services for the Department of Revenue in the areas of recruitment and selection, job classification, employee misconduct investigations, and interpretation and administration of labor contracts and plans.
This position is also responsible for administering employee benefits, FMLA and other leaves; new employee orientation; workers’ compensation; and the initiation of employee transactions.
Duties include:
- Coordinate selection and recruitment activities for assigned divisions
- Provide assistance and advice to supervisors, employees, and the public regarding state personnel policy and procedure, application of union contract language, and personnel law/rules
- Evaluate positions to determine appropriate job classification
- Assist in development and delivery of training on various HR-related topics
- Assist in development/revision of personnel-related policy/procedure
- Participate in collective bargaining planning sessions and supplemental negotiation meetings.
- Monitor and maintain the agencies workers’ compensation plan.
- Assist with routine employee misconduct investigations
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field of study; OR 18 months of experience in human resources at the para-professional level.
Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:
- Analytical and decision-making ability sufficient to evaluate and summarize information, research HR issues, and make sound recommendations or decisions
- Problem-solving ability sufficient to recognize problems, identify causes, develop and evaluate alternatives, and recommend and implement solutions
- Reading comprehension ability sufficient to understand, apply and interpret laws, regulations and procedures, and understand and effectively carry out complex directions
- Knowledge of principles and practices of human resource management in the areas of recruitment and selection, workers' compensation, FMLA, FLSA, job classification, compensation, affirmative action, labor relations, etc.
- Communication skills sufficient to explain processes and decisions, respond to inquiries, develop and deliver training, and compose written reports
- Ability to set priorities, plan and organize work
- Ability to build relationships and work productively with a variety of customers, partners, and stakeholder
- Human relation skills to handle sensitive, controversial, and confidential issues
- Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Word
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management
- Human Resource Professional Certificate
- Ability to analyze proposed courses of action and recommend alternatives
- Knowledge of State of Minnesota personnel laws, rules, administrative procedures, labor contracts and plans, and the ability to apply them appropriately
- Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Revenue operations, job classifications, and recruitment and selection processes
- Experience applying and interpreting the State of Minnesota bargaining unit agreements and HR law, rules, administrative procedures, and processes
- Experience providing assistance and support to managers and supervisors in recruitment and selection
- Training or experience in SEMA4 transactions, benefits, and insurance administration
- Experience handling workers’ compensation claims, ergonomics assessments, and OSHA reporting
Physical Requirements
Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.
Additional Requirements
Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Application Details
Why Work For Us
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. Your application must contain sufficient detail to determine qualifications. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637.
For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Ashley Scherek at ashley.scherek@state.mn.us or 651.556.4004.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 you need.