"Alerted.org

Working Title: Lead Labor Relations Consultant

Job Class: Human Resources Consultant 2

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

This posting has been extended. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

+ **Job ID** : 90586

+ **Location** : Vadnais Heights

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 12/03/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 12/15/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Confidential

+ **Division/Unit** : DHS-Payroll / Hum Res DCT Mgr 2

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift/8:00am - 4:30pm

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes, varies based on business needs for meetings, trainings, bargaining, etc.

+ **Salary Range:** $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 217 - Confidential/Unrep

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Ste 104, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.

+ Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) is available on a limited basis.

+ Only candidates residing in Minnesota or a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.

+ Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from the primary/principal work address above may be eligible to telework more than 50%.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our DCT Human Resources team for an exciting opportunity as a Lead Labor Relations Consultant. As the Lead Labor Relations Consultant, you will participate and lead in the management and direction for DCT Labor Relations functions by providing expert professional human resource (HR) consultation and training to human resource professionals, managers, supervisors and employees.

Responsibilities include:

+ Develop and/or revise policies, procedures, guidance materials, vendor contracts, Labor Relations systems, Labor Contracts, and other resources for DCT and the HR office.

+ Lead and coordinate special projects related to labor relations and HR processes such as LaborSoft management, investigation processes, discipline processes, strike planning, etc.

+ Provide advice on investigations, performance management, and disciplinary processes to local HR consultants/special investigators.

Minimum Qualifications

_To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates each job's beginning and ending month and year._

Four (4) years* of experience in human resources – labor relations. Experience must demonstrate the following:

+ Experience and/or consultation on performance management, discipline, and grievances to include coaching on giving constructive feedback.

+ Experience participating in or consulting on employment investigations and appropriate corrective action to management.

+ Administration of pertinent policies, administrative procedures, and state and federal employment laws

+ Experience in analyzing complex situations, identifying practical solutions, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve processes and deliver measurable, value-added outcomes.

+ Experience designing and delivering training programs for employees and leadership coupled with strong project management skills to ensure effective planning, execution, and evaluation.

*Note: A master’s degree in human resources or related degree program such as industrial relations, business or public administration may substitute for 18 months of experience or a bachelor’s degree in human resources or related degree program such as industrial relations, business or public administration may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Advanced degree in Human Resources or a related degree program, such as Business or Public Administration, industrial relations

+ Human resources experience in continuous 24-hour operations

+ Experience in public sector industry or government entities

+ Experience working in a unionized environment handling complex union contracts

+ Experience with LaborSoft

+ 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.

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 – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.