Come help the Department of Corrections transform lives for a safer Minnesota! Each day when you come to work for the Department of Corrections, you have the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.

Working Title: Staffing Specialist (Human Resources Specialist 2 or 1)
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2 or 1
Agency: Corrections Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 03/23/2024
• Closing Date : 03/29/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Confidential
• Division/Unit : Corrections - Central Office / DOC Asst Supv-Staffing
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• HR Specialist 2 Salary Range: $25.25 - $37.02/hourly; $52,722 - $77,297/annually
• HR Specialist 1 Salary Range: $22.94 - $33.30/hourly; $47,898 - $69,530/annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrepresented
• 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 vacancy is being announced at two different levels: HR Specialist 1 and HR Specialist 2. The final job class will be determined based on the selected finalist's qualifications and responses to the interview questions**

This position specializes in providing staffing services to work units within the Department of Corrections (DOC). The position consults and collaborates with DOC managers and supervisors and Human Resources staff to ensure staffing needs are met and staffing-related problems are researched and resolved.

The core duties of the position are to:

• Analyze the job content of positions; develop and administer job-related selection processes; and advise hiring managers/supervisors on appropriate assessment and selection processes in order to recruit and select qualified candidates for open positions.
• Review candidates' qualifications; track candidate status in an applicant tracking system; refer candidates to hiring managers/supervisors for further consideration; guide managers/supervisors on hiring processes; and respond to appeals from job candidates.
• Perform job audits of positions to determine and document job classification decisions and recommendations so that positions are appropriately allocated.
• Provide guidance and advice to DOC management and staff on human resources (HR) policy, procedure, law, and collective bargaining agreement provisions.
• Create and maintain HR records and provide information and reports as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

HR Specialist 2 - To qualify for HR Specialist 2, applicants must meet ALL of the following qualifications:

Two (2) years of human resources experience performing staffing, recruitment, classification, or other related HR functions.

HR Specialist 1 - To qualify for HR Specialist 1, applicants must meet ALL of the following qualifications:

Two (2) years of human resource experience assisting with staffing, recruitment, classification, or other related HR functions.

**NOTE: A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a closely related field can substitute for one year of experience, in all instances above**

All applicants who meet the above experience/education requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

• Strong process orientation and meticulous attention to detail.
• Values-centered team player with excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to accurately, clearly and effectively document job evaluations; clearly and concisely explain HR policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreement provisions to HR staff and DOC management; and develop job announcements.
• Superior customer service skills, focusing on providing a positive experience for all stakeholders.
• Skill in word processing and spreadsheet software using Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel sufficient to create correspondence and spreadsheets.
• Reading comprehension ability sufficient to understand, correctly apply/interpret and explain a variety of written materials (e.g., personnel laws, rules and administrative procedure; labor contracts/plan provisions; personnel policy/procedures; etc.); answer questions and provide guidance to managers/supervisors and employees.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment, with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Tenacious problem-solving abilities, coupled with a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Desire to work with a sense of ownership and urgency, ensuring all assignments are seen through to completion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering hiring processes, including developing and applying assessment and selection criteria (e.g. minimum and preferred qualifications) and/or developing structured interview questions with scored anchors.
• Experience with an applicant tracking system, such as Recruiting Solutions or similar.
• Experience in job analysis/auditing/classification.
• Human resources experience with the State of Minnesota.
• Experience administering and interpreting the provisions of collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience with a Human Resources Information System (HRIS), preferably PeopleSoft, sufficient to review and advise on employee and position transaction entry.
• Knowledge of State of Minnesota personnel laws, rules, administrative procedures, policies, collective bargaining agreement provisions, and processes related to recruitment, selection, and job classification sufficient to independently administer these functions and provide guidance to other HR staff and managers and supervisors.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

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 Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us or 651-301-7218.

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 Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us.

About Corrections Dept

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

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
• 11 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.