HR Policy and Projects Consultant - State Prog Admin Coordinator

Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is a state agency that serves the people of Minnesota by providing the state with leadership and guidance to support efficient and effective government, a world class workforce, and responsible financial management. To achieve this mission, MMB continuously evaluates and adjusts how we deliver services to agencies and employees as the needs of the state and our workforce change. From improving how we recruit, to new training, and strategic organizational development, we constantly innovate to provide the best value and service to Minnesotans.

Working Title: HR Policy and Projects Consultant
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator
Agency: Mn Management & Budget

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/29/2024
• Closing Date: 03/20/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Mn Management & Budget / Mn Mgmt & Budget -Confidential
• Division/Unit: Research Policies & Procedures
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $35.13 - $52.25 / hourly; $73,351 - $109,098 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• 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.

The Enterprise HR Policy and Projects Consultant will work with a highly motivated team dedicated to improving overall human resource management for the State of Minnesota. This role offers unique opportunities to contribute to the advancement of the state's central human resources function by performing detailed employment law and HR best practice research, developing enterprise policies and procedures, conducting training, and leading or contributing to statewide projects and tracking HR/LR related legislative activity. This position solves pressing issues affecting the enterprise agency HR community in areas such as employee engagement, talent management, and performance management; HR law, best practices, and innovation; and government effectiveness and large-scale human resource initiatives.

Job Duties:

• Conduct research and analysis on HR-related topics and employment laws, and HR best practices to address statewide HR needs.
• Draft and implement policies, guidance, and other resources and serve as a statewide resource for agency HR offices on enterprise HR topics.
• Work with the Human Resource Management Enterprise Director to translate statewide business needs into effective and efficient HR initiatives.
• Manage complex statewide HR projects, initiatives, and programs involving staff from Minnesota Management and Budget and state agency HR community leadership and practitioners.
• Analyze and track HR/LR-related legislative activity.
• Provide guidance/mentoring to less experienced staff as needed and lead the most complex statewide projects.

This position will have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement and may be expected to work in the office on occasion.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 4 years of human resource experience that includes responsibility for HR/LR policy writing and interpretation and employment law research
• Knowledge and experience applying the laws, theories, and practices of human resources management
• Experience participating in and leading projects
• Strong communication skills
• Strong leadership and diplomacy skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills with experience using Microsoft Office Suite products

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in human resources or labor relations at the State of Minnesota or other public sector employer with extensive knowledge of state HR and labor relations collective bargaining agreements, rules, policies and procedures.
• Experience analyzing and tracking legislative bills and related activity.
• Experience managing complex, large-scale projects, to include addressing change management considerations, facilitating project meetings, and coordinating the contribution of multiple subject matter experts.

Additional Requirements

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

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 Colleen Siegel at colleen.siegel@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 Colleen Siegel at colleen.siegel@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.