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SalaryThe Office of Attorney General Keith Ellison has a clear mission: we help Minnesotans afford their lives and live with dignity, safety, and respect. We are a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who choose public service as a calling, and we are actively and intentionally committed to supporting an internal culture that affirms that calling. The Office is one of Minnesota’s largest public law offices and as of 2023, has been recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace Minnesota for three years in a row and Top Workplace USA for two years in a row.
Job Details
Working Title: Human Resources Generalist
Job Class: LA6
Agency: Attorney General's Office
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 03/18/2024
- Closing Date: 04/02/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Attorney General's Office / Attorney General-Excluded Oth
- Division/Unit: Attorney Gen. / Human Resources Operations
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually
- Classified Status: Unclassified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No
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 Office of the Minnesota Attorney General is currently seeking a Human Resources (HR) Generalist to provide professional HR services to our staff and organization. Our HR Generalists support all HR functions throughout the cycle of employment to include position auditing, recruitment, hiring, onboarding, transactions, labor relations, leave coordination, policy, workers compensation, performance management, and offboarding. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team dedicated to the mission of the Office.
A successful candidate in this position will be able to support the mission of the Office by:
- Auditing positions and preparing classification decisions so that positions are appropriately allocated;
- Working closely with hiring managers to create and post all vacancies for successful hiring;
- Providing thorough and welcoming onboarding for newly hired staff;
- Processing personnel transactions accurately and timely into the state’s HRIS;
- Developing an in-depth understanding of the applicable collective bargaining unit agreements and compensation plans to effectively advise staff and managers;
- Providing strategic consultation to managers regarding HR matters such as performance management, discipline, and labor relations;
- Coordinating the leave management for all types of leave of absence;
- Evaluating policy, procedures, and processes with focus on continuous improvement and;
- Intentionally fostering an inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Two or more years of relevant Human Resources experience OR a bachelor's degree in Human Resources management (or closely related degree)
- Experience with the state’s HRIS (SEMA4) and/or similar HRIS
- Knowledge of and commitment to effective and respectful strategies to create and foster a diverse, equitable, accessible, and inclusive working environment
- Outstanding skill in:
- Interpersonal relationships and human relations to develop supportive and trusting relationships with staff at all levels
- Organization, planning, multitasking, and attention to detail in order to ensure deadlines are met and transactions are completed both timely and accurately
- Demonstrated ability to provide respectful coaching and counseling on HR matters
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of the state’s personnel laws, rules, policies, and procedures and collective bargaining agreements and compensation plans
- Knowledge of or experience in a law office setting
- Experience with labor relations within a union environment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 20 pounds
Additional Requirements
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:
- Conflict of Interest Review
- Criminal History Check
- Education / License Verification
- Employment Reference / Records Check
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.
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 Graciela Cabrera at grace.cabrera@ag.state.mn.us or 651-757-1280.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
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 retirement 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)
- 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.
