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Saint Paul Public Libraries is hiring a Human Resources Senior Consultant who will provide expert-level professional Human Resources work and consulting services to current and prospective employees of Saint Paul Public Libraries. Responsible for planning, development, and operation of human resource functions within the Library Department. Leads large projects of strategic importance to workforce planning and management. Develops programs and initiatives aligning with strategic goals around organizational development and conducts interventions to address concerns. Guides and coaches employees, managers, and supervisors regarding Civil Service Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and various State and Federal Employments Laws.
Primary Responsibilities
- Manages workforce in recruitment and hiring; advises on coaching and discipline; identifies opportunities for professional development. Oversees requests for accommodation, monitors vacancies, and supervises assigned support staff. Connects staff to appropriate city resources.
- Coordinates with the City investigative team for workplace conduct issues and handles investigations as needed. Represents the department in negotiations, mediation, and arbitration sessions.
- Designs and implements an onboarding program and coordinates training and development initiatives including career pathways. Assesses existing classifications for the reduction of barriers to equity and inclusion.
- Partners with Library's Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism Coordinator on diversity and inclusion issues and opportunities. Coordinates equitable hiring processes for the library, including direction and structure for hiring teams.
- Reports to library leadership regarding trends, data, retention/succession initiatives, and employment needs of the department.
The City of Saint Paul offers an excellent benefits 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 section of the Human Resources Senior Consultant job description.
The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill Human Resources Senior Consultant positions as they become available in various departments within the City.
Equity and Inclusion
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
A Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Business Administration, Psychology or a closely related field.
ANDSix years of professional level Human Resources experience, at least two of which must have been at the Human Resources Consultant III level or equivalent.
A Master's Degree in Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Industrial Psychology may be substituted for two of the six years of professional Human Resources experience.
No substitution for a bachelor's degree.
How to Apply by Closing Date
Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
AND
Upload or submit the following document(s) 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 (optional)
- A cover letter (optional)
Hiring Process Information
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.
Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. 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 will require 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:
Diane Turnbull at 651-266-6506
200 City Hall Annex
25 West Fourth Street
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Fax: 651-266-6490
E-mail: diane.turnbull@ci.stpaul.mn.us
To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply.For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 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. Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 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.
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
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
