Hr Technician (Hr Technician 2)

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Working Title : HR Technician
Job Class: HR Technician 2
Agency: Minnesota State Colleges & Universities

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 12/14/2023
• Closing Date: 01/10/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State University Moorhead
• Division/Unit: Office of Human Resources
• Appointment Type: Unlimited; Full Time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift; 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.10 - $29.74 / hourly; $44,057 - $62,097 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Re-Posting: No
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt
• TeleworkEligible: No
• 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 HR Technician position performs advanced technical work in assisting professional HR staff with the entire scope of personnel management activities. In addition, this position provides superior customer service to all clientele of the university. Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manages the overall Human Resources Office, including communication (phone, email, mail) and serves as the first point of contact for the department by responding to routine questions on Minnesota State union contracts & personnel plans. This position orders supplies, coordinates vendor appointments, and assists with facilitation of university event planning, in addition to providing work direction to HR student workers.
• Provides payroll coordination by assisting employees with payroll questions (i.e. timesheets, tax form communication). This role assists in the preparation of processing shared employee agreements and other forms of additional compensation.
• Facilitates orientation, onboarding, and serves as the main point of contact for new employees within their assigned portfolio. In addition, the HR Technician will provide support for the hiring process for emergency and temporary employees within their assigned portfolio.
• Provides organizational and records maintenance by maintaining and updating the university/departmental organizational charts, online employee directory, HR webpages, seniority rosters, personnel files, etc. This position is also responsible for completing employment verification and Public Service Loan Forgiveness forms.
• Other special projects or backup support as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Intermediate knowledge of Federal and MN State statutes and laws relating to employment or an equivalent entity.
• Intermediate knowledge of Minnesota Management & Budet (MMB) and Minnesota State's policies and procedures or an equivalent entity.
• Strong customer service and human relations skills sufficient to interact with courtesy, respect, and professionalism with individuals of varying educational levels and diverse backgrounds to create a positive impression and experience working with the Human Resources office.
• English speaking, writing and reading skills sufficient to understand and carry out verbal and written directions, as well as communicate, both orally and in writing, with various individuals contacting the Human Resources office.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills sufficient to oversee and direct the workflow of the front office area.
• Demonstrated confidence and problem-solving skills sufficient to independently and efficiently triage work in a fast- paced, high volume environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity in a discreet manner ensuring that information is protected, and confidentiality is not breached.
• Typing and word processing skills sufficient to create and proofread documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of human resources experience processing payroll or HR transactions or administering employee benefit programs or similar work.
• An Associates degree or coursework in the field of Human Resources Management /HR Administration and/or HRIS or related fields.
• Demonstrated ongoing professional HR development.

Additional Requirements

• The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.
• In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State'svehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

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 Amanda Korynta at amanda.korynta@mnstate.edu or 218-477-2066 .
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 the Office of Human Resources at HR@mnstate.edu .
About Minnesota State University Moorhead
MSU Moorhead is an inclusive university that pushes you to forge your own path. We embrace diversity of ideas and people with our core values of grit, humility and heart.
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
• 12 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.
Other Information
Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State 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.