Employment Services Representative - Human Resources Specialist 1

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Job Details
Working Title: Employment Services Representative
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 12/13/2023
• Closing Date : 01/02/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit : Operations Services / Human Resources
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $22.94 - $33.30 / hourly; $47,898 - $69,530 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Commissioner's Plan
• FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
The Human Resource Department of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)is currently seeking multiple candidates in their Employment Services Section. As a member of the Human Resources Team, these positions provide professional human resource assistance to managers and supervisors in the areas of classification, staffing, compensation, and labor relations.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure appropriate classification of DNR employees through job audits.
• Consult with managers on position allocation issues and help structure conversations to obtain results that meet the business needs.
• Develop the vacancy announcements, including minimum and preferred qualifications.
• Review applicant resumes.
• Develop and recommend interview questions.
• Review applicable collective bargaining agreements and plans, Minnesota statutes, affirmative action plans and Human Resources rules and administrative procedures.
• Review hiring selection decisions to ensure collective bargaining agreements and plans and affirmative action goals are met.
• Coordinate the analysis of compensation requests.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a full or part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a closely related field; OR two years paraprofessional/ technical Human Resources experience.

• Analytical skills sufficient to determinejob classification,review and recommend appropriate selection/assessment processes, and interpret collective bargaining agreements and plans, policies, rules, and administrative procedures.
• Computer skills including experience with word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills sufficient to research, evaluate and analyze information, and make sound decisions/recommendations to resolve issues.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact professionally with co-workers, applicants, management, and other staff.
• Written communication skills sufficient to compose thorough and in-depth job classification audit decisions and other documents.
• Communication skills sufficient to explain HR policies, procedures, bargaining unit agreements and plans, and sensitive, controversial, and confidential processes and decisions to employees and management staff in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of the State of Minnesota job classification system and processes.
• Job audit, job classification, or job analysis experience.
• Knowledge of MinnesotaData Practices Act.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment and labor laws (e.g., EEO/AA,FLSA).
• Knowledge and experience with SEMA4 and/or Recruiting Solutions, or other HRIS/Recruitment software.
• Experience interpreting and applyingcollective bargaining unit contracts andplans.

Additional Requirements
No driving duties are required.
Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review
• Criminal History Check
• Education Verification
• Employment Reference / Records Check
• License / Certification Verification

Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Dontelle Hosley at dontelle.hosley@state.mn.us or 651-259-5310 .
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to assist with the application process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at ADA.DNR@state.mn.us . To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Chelsie Fisher at chelsie.fisher@state.mn.us .
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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. 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.