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Assistant to Executive Director - Faribault & Martin Counties

Minnesota Merit System
Fairmont, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2026
JOB Human Services of Faribault & Martin Counties seeks a full-time (40 hours a week) Assistant to Executive Director/HR Director position. This position is located in Fairmont. Full salary range is $28.88-$53.86/hour.

Health & Human Services of Faribault & Martin Counties (HHSFMC) is seeking candidates for our Assistant to Executive Director/HR Director position. This position will serve as an advisor and strategic partner to the Executive Director. Provides direction, interpretation and advice to leadership and/or employees on human resource and employee relations issues, policies, procedures, compliance issues, laws, rules, and/or guidelines. Serves as an active participant on the agency management team in developing an agency course of action, formulating and recommending sound plans, policies and strategies.

Come join the public service team at Human Services of Faribault & Martin Counties! You will be a part of skilled, caring and knowledgeable health and human services professionals whose talents and contributions promote, strengthen and protect individuals, families and communities in Faribault and Martin Counties every day!

The HSFMC comprehensive benefit package includes health insurance (including option for high-deductible health plan) with employer sharing in cost, employer-paid $20,000 term life insurance, earned sick and safe time, generous paid leave policy, and 11 paid holidays each year. As a public employer, we provide a defined benefit annuity through PERA (employer contributes 6.5% plus 1%; employee contributes 6.5%). Employees have options for employee-paid dental, vision, accident, critical care insurance, and additional life insurance. Employees can contribute pre-tax to health savings account (per qualifications), pre-tax flexible spending accounts, short and long-term disability insurance, and Section 457 deferred compensation plans (Corebridge and Nationwide). Employer qualifies for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Additional details are available on our website at www.fmchs.com. Office Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday; flexible work hours can often be accommodated to balance family and personal life.

Faribault & Martin Counties are mostly rural/agricultural. Our small-town values make this an ideal place for raising families, yet we are only two hours from the Twin Cities and all it has to offer.

Embracing respect and integrity, Human Services of Faribault & Martin Counties responds to the needs of all community members and provides health and human services in a dignified and meaningful manner. Through a partnership with those we serve, we strive to improve their current situations and help them live their best life. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Minnesota Merit Examples of Duties


Provides consultation and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, workplace conflict, and interpretation of personnel policies and labor agreements.

Leads and coordinates the recruitment and selection processes.

Leads workplace investigations related to employee complaints, policy violations, and misconduct, gathers and analyzes information, documents findings, and makes recommendations for resolution.

Administers and supports classification and compensation activities, including job analysis, position evaluations, and market comparisons to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.

Administers and coordinates employee benefit and leave programs, including health and retirement plans and legally mandated leaves.

Develops, coordinates, and delivers training programs for employees and supervisors on topics such as policies and procedures, respectful workplace practices, performance management, and legal compliance.

Interprets and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, county policies, and collective bargaining agreements; assists in policy development and implementation.

Serves as an active participant on the agency management team in developing an agency course of action, formulating and recommending sound plans, policies and strategies.

Special projects as requested.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The examination process will consist of a rating of education and experience based on the information you provide in your application.

Once your application has been submitted changes cannot be made. If you have a change in location availability or your contact information changes, please email dhs.merit.system@state.mn.us with the new information and include your applicant ID.

To apply for this position:
Submit an application to Minnesota Merit System by following this link here: 638-OC - Assistant to Executive Director

An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Salary : $29 - $54

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