hr specialist Minnesota
Job description
When all employees are embraced, respected and heard, we will build a collaborative, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture where everyone thrives.
Job Details
Working Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1, 2, or 3
Agency: Human Services Dept
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 07/14/2023
- Closing Date: 07/31/2023
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Confidential
- Division/Unit: DHS-Payroll / Hum Res DCT MSOP Staff
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes - 10% Occasional for business meetings and recruitment events.
- Human Resources Specialist 1 Salary Range: $22.94 - $33.30 / hourly; $47,899 - $69,530 / annually
- Human Resources Specialist 2 Salary Range: $25.25 - $37.02 / hourly; $52,722 - $77,297 / annually
- Human Resources Specialist 3 Salary Range: $27.93 - $41.24 / hourly; $58,317 - $86,109 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- 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.
***This position is primarily Telework with a need to occasionally travel to attend meetings in the office. This team is currently Teleworking; however, this may change in the future with notice.***
Job Summary
***This vacancy is being posted to fill multiple positions at multiple levels. The level at which the position is filled will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications (qualifications are based on the applicant’s resume and interview results). ***
As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for providing best-in-class full-cycle recruiting and staffing services to the Department of Human Services (DHS) Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) Administration.
In this position you will execute day-to-day recruitment activities including partnering with hiring managers and supervisors to understand their particular business needs by creating strategic recruitment plans, driving talent pipeline development, and providing consistent updates on recruitment progress and providing consultation services on labor relations.
- Managing the full cycle recruitment process
- Implementing strategies that strengthen DHS’ ability in attracting, assessing, selecting, sourcing, onboarding, and retaining best-in-class talent
- Performing related personnel support activities so the office of Human Resources functions in an efficient and effective manner
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Human Resources Specialist 1 Minimum Qualifications
2 years advanced administrative support, paraprofessional, or technical experience in human resources
OR
Associates degree in related field and 1 year of advanced support, paraprofessional, or technical experience in human resources
OR
A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources
Human Resources Specialist 2 Minimum Qualifications
1 year of professional recruitment and management consultation experience
OR
3 years of advanced technical or paraprofessional recruitment experience
OR
A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources and 2 years of advanced technical or paraprofessional human resources experience.
Human Resources Specialist 3 Minimum Qualifications
2 years professional level work as a Recruiter and/or Talent Acquisition Specialist.
- Developing job descriptions
- Sourcing candidates
- Posting jobs on various websites
- Reviewing resumes and selecting top talent
- Ability to provide consultation and guidance to management staff with respect to recruitment initiatives
- Public presentation skills sufficient to speak in front of groups or in a virtual setting
- Knowledge of hiring processes and the ability to understand the application of technology to the recruitment and selection processes.
A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Experience in:
- Management consultation
- Strategic planning
- Job analysis/classification
- Compensation
- Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
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 [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Zong Thao at [email protected] or 651-431-3229.
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 Zong Thao at [email protected].
About Human Services Dept
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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.
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 [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.
