Staffing & New Employee Orientation Specialist
- Closing Date: 05/06/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Revenue Dept / Revenue-Confidential
- Division/Unit: Human Resource Mgmt Division / HRM-Staffing
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $24.20 - $35.13 / hourly; $50,529 - $73,351 / 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.
Job Summary
Telework is available and negotiated at the time of hire. There may be a weekly in office requirement to support New Employee Orientation. Additional in office duties may be required at the discretion of management. Employees are required to complete a telework agreement.
The position will contribute to a positive applicant and employee experience at the Minnesota Department of Revenue (MDOR). The Human Resources Specialist 1 will provide professional human resource management services to support to MDOR's management and staff in the following areas:
- Conduct job classification audits and provide oversight and guidance in accordance with established policies and procedures to ensure positions are appropriately classified.
- Coordinate/Facilitate candidate selection activities for assigned divisions to ensure that positions are filled with qualified individuals within the scope of applicable policies, laws, rules, and contract/plan language.
- Coordinate the New Employee Orientation (NEO) program to welcome and support to new employees as they transition into their roles at Revenue.
Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or in a state bordering Minnesota.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Two (2) years of professional or technical Human Resources experience*
- *Bachelor's degree in a closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience
- Experience in staffing functions such as: creating job postings, job analysis, or related functions.
- Experience recruiting, sourcing and promoting employment opportunities.
- Experience screening applicants within an HRIS (Human Resources Information System) applicant tracking system such as PeopleSoft.
Applicants will be further evaluated for the following minimum qualifications via interview:
- Communication and human relation skills to handle sensitive, controversial, and confidential issue.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work productively with a variety of customers, partners, and stakeholders.
- Ability to set priorities, plan and organize work.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the following:
- Presenting to groups of all sizes.
- In an HR office working with diverse populations to promote and enhance diversity, inclusion and equity.
- Participating in continuous improvement projects that resulted in improved and efficient workflow.
- Analyzing and/or recommending compensation decisions.
- Administration of union/labor contracts related to personnel transactions or vacancy filling.
- Public sector industry or government entities
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods at a time, occasional moving of articles such as boxes, hard copy files, and laptop computer.
Additional Requirements
Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to, checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
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 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 Shawna Tienter at shawna.tienter@state.mn.us or 651-556-3261.
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 Shawna Tienter at shawna.tienter@state.mn.us.
About Revenue Dept
The Minnesota Department of Revenue works to fund the future for all of Minnesotans. We manage over 30 different taxes and collect $26.7 billion annually in state taxes, which funds state programs such as healthcare, transportation, public safety, and early childhood, K-12, and higher education.
Revenue is dedicated to an inclusive work environment that celebrates and values the diversity of each employee and reflects the communities we serve. We're committed to a culture of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive.
We value a work life balance for our employees, and many of our employees telework in a full or hybrid capacity. For those that come to the office, regularly or occasionally, we invested in a state-of-the-art hybrid workspace located at the Stassen building in St. Paul.
Find out more about us on our website.
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)
- 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 careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.