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Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-UNSP-00391
Department: Citywide
Opening Date: 03/01/2024
Closing Date: 3/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Come join our team! The City of Saint Paul is hiring for Human Resources Consultants. We currently have two vacancies serving as a specialist on our Human Resources Employment and Selection Team and one vacancy working as a generalist in the Parks and Recreation Department.
HR Employment and Selection Primary Responsibilities:
The City of Saint Paul offers an package including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid time off.
Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the
The City of Saint Paul's mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
Position Requirements
Requirements may be met by one of the following:
A Masters Degree in Human Resources or Industrial Relations can be substituted for an additional two years of experience.
How to Apply by Closing Date
Hiring Process Information
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Condition of Employment: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Kate Moen at (651) 266-6530200 City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax: 651-266-6490
E-mail:
To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours. Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 651-266-6500.Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
Optional Benefits
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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Which best describes how you qualify for this position?
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In which of the following areas of Human Resources do you have experience? Check all that apply
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If you checked "other" in the previous question, please indicate the additional area(s) of Human Resources you have experience in.
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In detail, describe the experience indicated in questions #3 and #4. Include employers and assigned responsibilities.
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Describe your experience applying equity principles in your work. Provide examples of your efforts ensuring equity and inclusion have been incorporated into your decision making, problem solving, and teamwork.
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Describe your experience working with Human Resources Information Systems. Include systems utilized, functions performed, and any reports generated.
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
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Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-UNSP-00391
Department: Citywide
Opening Date: 03/01/2024
Closing Date: 3/21/2024 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Come join our team! The City of Saint Paul is hiring for Human Resources Consultants. We currently have two vacancies serving as a specialist on our Human Resources Employment and Selection Team and one vacancy working as a generalist in the Parks and Recreation Department.
HR Employment and Selection Primary Responsibilities:
- Provides consultative services to administration and department management concerning hiring and classification needs
- Develops and posts job announcements, screens applicants for minimum qualifications, and creates and validates candidate assessments
- Assists departments with succession planning, and organizational development and retention strategies
- Conducts recruitment activities, including posting jobs on recruitment boards, participating in job fairs, and working with organizations to identify pathway programs for job applicants
- Performs revisions to job descriptions as needed
- Provides guidance to hiring managers and/or reviews applications, creates interview questions and participates in interviews, negotiates employment terms in consultation with department leadership, creates offer letters, and onboards new employees
- Develops succession planning and retention strategies in consultation with department leadership
- Understands and provides guidance to department staff regarding HR laws and policies, including labor contracts, payroll, benefits and Earned Safe and Sick Time, leave of absences and FMLA, performance management, workers compensation, and accommodations
- Maintains department personnel records, updates policies, pulls data and creates reports in Excel
The City of Saint Paul offers an package including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid time off.
Essential Functions are the functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. The Essential Functions for this position are identified in the Supplemental Information section of the
The City of Saint Paul's mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
Position Requirements
Requirements may be met by one of the following:
- Six years of experience in Human Resources.
- An Associate's Degree can be substituted for two years of experience
- A Bachelor's Degree can be substituted for four years of experience.
A Masters Degree in Human Resources or Industrial Relations can be substituted for an additional two years of experience.
How to Apply by Closing Date
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
- Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume - please ensure that your vacancy related experience is documented
Hiring Process Information
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Condition of Employment: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Kate Moen at (651) 266-6530200 City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax: 651-266-6490
E-mail:
To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours. Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 651-266-6500.Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
Optional Benefits
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
- Yes
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Which best describes how you qualify for this position?
- Six years of experience in Human Resources.
- An Associates Degree and four years of experience in Human Resources
- A Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience in Human Resources
- A Master's Degree in Human Resources or Industrial Relations
- None of the above
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In which of the following areas of Human Resources do you have experience? Check all that apply
- Employment Testing
- Recruitment
- Training and Development
- Organizational Development
- Labor/Employee Relations
- Interviewing and Hiring
- Performance Management
- Onboarding and Offboarding Employees
- Classification and Compensation
- Providing Information related to Benefits, Leave of Absence, Worker's Compensation, Accommodations
- None of the above
- Other
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If you checked "other" in the previous question, please indicate the additional area(s) of Human Resources you have experience in.
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In detail, describe the experience indicated in questions #3 and #4. Include employers and assigned responsibilities.
06
Describe your experience applying equity principles in your work. Provide examples of your efforts ensuring equity and inclusion have been incorporated into your decision making, problem solving, and teamwork.
07
Describe your experience working with Human Resources Information Systems. Include systems utilized, functions performed, and any reports generated.
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
Required Question
