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Working Title: Human Resources Project Coordinator (temporary with benefits)

Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 91079

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes (50% requirement in St. Paul office)

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Limited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 01/6/2026

+ **Closing Date** : 01/12/2026

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Confidential

+ **Division/Unit** : Operations / Human Resources

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Unclassified

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

+ **End Date** : 06/30/2027

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

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 is eligible for_ telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) _for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.***_

This position is required to go into the St. Paul office for project work 50% of the time. The temporary HR Project Coordinator provides human resources services for the Department of Human Services (DHS) and acts as an HR Generalist, providing assistance to and completing work within all areas of HR (transactions, recruitment, classification, HRIS, and labor relations).

This position has access to labor relations information as defined in M.S. 13.37; participates in meetings where DHS and state labor negotiations proposals are discussed and evaluated; provides data and information to labor negotiations as it relates to workgroup, job allocation, and selection issues.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Assist Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) with various projects and tasks.

+ Research issues, evaluate options, and make recommendations regarding HR related activities.

+ Review informational materials; develop and revise as needed.

+ Assist in development or revisions of personnel related policies and procedures.

+ Review, research, prepare, and process employee and position data transactions in the SEMA4 system and ensure entered in a timely and accurate manner.

+ As needed:

+ Assist with full cycle recruitment and staffing services by attracting, assessing, selecting, onboarding, and retaining talent.

+ Assist with labor relations research, analysis, consultation, and direction to all levels of management, and others to include the interpretation and implementation of collective bargaining agreements and plans applicable to DHS.

+ Assist with conducting job audits, evaluations, and quality reviews to ensure positions are appropriately and consistently classified.

+ Assist with special projects.

Minimum Qualifications

There are two (2) different ways to qualify for this position and you must have the required work experiences:

One year of HR professional experience supporting a HRIS system, managing projects and implementing project initiatives within a large organization (1000+ employees) and the required work experiences listed below.

OR

Three years advanced technical HR experience supporting a HRIS system within a large organization (1000+ employees) and the required work experiences listed below.

AND

Required work experiences must clearly demonstrate:

+ **Experience with federal and/or state employment laws and rules.**

+ **Skills in utilizing an HRIS in large organization, preferably PeopleSoft or similar HRIS.**

+ **Advanced skills in using the MS Office software suite sufficient to create and adapt spreadsheets and databases to informational needs and develop and modify complex word processing documents.**

+ **Experience with an applicant database software program.**

+ **Understanding of project management and research principles.**

+ **Experience recognizing, handling, and maintaining sensitive and confidential information.**

Preferred Qualifications

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

+ Experience working in a unionized setting.

+ Knowledge of personnel laws, policies, and administrative procedures.

+ Knowledge of DHS programs and the state’s human resource systems, related laws, agreements, policies, and administrative procedures.

+ Knowledge of job classifications and/or preforming job analysis.

+ Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns.

+ Experience supporting multiple HR-roles to include, but not limited to HR Transactions, Job Classifications/Audit, Labor Relations, and Recruitment.

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 - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

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.