Hr Business Partner & Background Lead - Human Resources Specialist 1

Working Title: HR Business Partner & Background Lead
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1
Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/19/2024
• Closing Date: 02/01/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-Confidential
• Division/Unit: Human Resources / Human Resources Staffing
• 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 - Confidential/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• 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.

This position provides comprehensive professional Human Resources consulting and implementation services to staff, managers, supervisors and agency leadership in the areas of vacancy filling/selection, job audit/classification, recruitment/talent acquisition and interpretation and administration of labor contracts and plans for the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and serves as the lead for the background coordination process.

This position will have access to data that is not public. Not public data must only be accessed as needed to perform job requirements. Not public data must be secured so it cannot be accessed by anyone without a job-required reason. Suspected data breaches must be immediately reported to a supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of professional experience or 3 years of technical/administrative experience in Human Resources including:

• Prior Human Resources experience in staffing or related experience within a Human Resources office
• Strong Organizational skills and attention to detail; capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadline objectives
• 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;

• Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or closely related field as determined by agency may substitute for 1 year of experience

All applicants must also minimally meet these additional required qualifications:

• Proficient computer skills including experience with word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.

• Ability to interpret employment laws, rules, administrative procedures, and collective bargaining agreements sufficient to ensure consistent and compliant practices.

• Proficient skills in customer service and communication sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone, and through e-mail and other written correspondence

• 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

• Human relation skills to handle sensitive, controversial, and confidential issues

• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Knowledge of the State of Minnesota job classification system and processes
• Experience interpreting and applying collective bargaining unit contracts and plans
• Experience administering and/or conducting background checks
• Knowledge and experience with SEMA4 and/or Recruiting Solutions, or other HRIS/Recruitment software
• Knowledge of federal, state employment and labor law (eg. ADA, EEO/AA, FMLA, FLSA, MN Data Practices Act) and bargaining processes

Physical Requirements

Very Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:

• Criminal history
• Reference check
• Driver's license
• Fingerprint check

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 Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@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 Marcia Reding at marcia.reding@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

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

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 provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities throughout the application and interview process.

If you need alternative access to the online applications system, please email the job information line at careers@state.mn.us or call 651-259-3637.

For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Affirmative Action Division at angela.geraghty@state.mn.us or call 651-201-7136.