Human Resources Specialist 2 Jobs

Join a team with a national reputation for excellence! Our mission is to serve Minnesota Veterans and their families. We do this by delivering quality health care, helping to secure benefits, and providing programs and services in higher education, claims, burials, outreach and Veterans’ preference. At the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), we not only consider it our duty to provide the highest level of care to those who answered our nation's call, we believe it is an honor.

MDVA recognizes that a culturally competent workforce is critical to meet the needs of all Minnesotans. MDVA is committed to embedding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at our workplace to support employees as they grow in their careers with the State of Minnesota.

Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

• Travel Required: No
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs / Vets Home-Mpls-Confid
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
• Salary Range: $25.25 - $37.02 / hourly; $52,722 - $77,297 / annually
• Closing Date: 06/05/2023
• Division/Unit: Department of Veterans Affairs / Human Resources-Mpls Staffing
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Classified Status: Classified
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Date Posted: 05/27/2023
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
• Telework Eligible: 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.

The Minnesota Veterans Home-Minneapolis is looking for a full-time Human Resources Specialist 2 to join their Staffing and Transactions team. This individual will join an ever evolving Human Resources family and provide support on the beautiful Minneapolis campus located in Minnehaha park. An individual in this position would provide professional level Human Resources services for the Minnesota Veterans Home-Minneapolis in areas including job classification, compensation and staffing (vacancy filling process), as well as provide Human Resources assistance on various special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• Compensation
• Vacancy filling
• Job analysis/classification
• Two (2) years of professional level human resources experience, in two or more of the following:

(*Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or closely related degree program may substitute for six months of the above experience requirements.)

AND

Qualified candidates must demonstrate the following:

• Experience administering hiring processes.
• Analytical skills sufficient to evaluate complex information, perform research, conduct, and document job analyses and make job classification recommendations.

• Strong computer skills including experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and/or databases.
• Ability to interpret employment laws, rules, administrative procedures, and collective bargaining agreements sufficient to ensure consistent and compliant practices.
• Experience developing and applying assessment and selection criteria, such as minimum and preferred qualifications, and structured interview questions and scored anchors.
• Decision making skills with the ability to evaluate complex information, research options and responses.
• Ability to provide work direction and prioritize a comprehensive workload in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using recruiting/hiring software such as Recruiting Solution.
• Experience processing transactions in an HRIS system such as SEMA4.
• Experience administering and interpreting and applying the provisions of collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience with Korn-Ferry (Hay Rating) or similar job evaluation process.
• Bachelors or advanced degree in Human Resources (or a closely related field).

Additional Requirements

• The individual(s) selected for this position are required to attest to and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by their first day of employment, per federal requirements. The individual(s) selected for the position may request an accommodation if they are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccination due to: (a) a recognized medical condition for which a COVID-19 vaccine is contraindicated; or (b) an objection based upon a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. For additional information about this COVID-19 vaccination requirement, contact Natalie Pham in MDVA Human Resources at [email protected]. Please do not email or provide any proof of vaccination with your application/resume. This information will be collected from you if you are hired for this position.
• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check will be conducted on finalists for this position.Finalists must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).

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 Natalie Pham at [email protected] or 952-378-5519.

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 Natalie Pham at [email protected].

Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Natalie Pham at [email protected] no later than the job posting closing date.

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:

• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission

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:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Wellness programs and resources
• Training and professional development
• Public pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Prescription drug coverage
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Paid parental leave
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Dependent care spending account
• Vision coverage

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.