Metropolitan State University, Minnesota’s public, urban university, and recipient of the 2019 Insight Into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award is seeking to hire a Temporary Unclassified Human Resources Specialist 1.  This is a temporary position for up to two (2) years in the Human Resources Department.

Job Class:  Human Resources Specialist 1

Working Title:  HR Specialist

Job Summary

Responsibilities:

This position provides a high level of professional, confidential and administrative functions within the Human Resources Division at Metropolitan State University to ensure that the requirements of personnel rules, regulations, laws, collective bargaining agreements and personnel plans are met.  Provide professional Human Resource services in both the unclassified and classified positions.  In compliance with Federal and State laws, Minnesota State and Minnesota Management and Budget policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements, interpret labor relations agreements, administrative procedures and University policies.  Maintain a centralized database of all classified, MSUAASF, IFO, and Excluded Administrator position descriptions and all recruitment related documents.  Assist and provide back-up to the Human Resources (HR) Assistant Director with classifications, compensation and appointments for unclassified positions.  Assists and provides back-up to the HR Assistant Director with reallocations/reclassifications for classified positions.

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose application materials clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position:

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of labor relations sufficient to interpret provisions of collective bargaining agreements and advise employees and supervisors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong data analysis skills sufficient to recognize data anomalies and perform complex reporting.
• Demonstrated experience writing, editing, and documenting data and information sufficient to communicate ideas and/or represent information in narrative or non-narrative format.
• Demonstrated experience recognizing, handling, and protecting sensitive and confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in HR or related field.
• 3 years of professional HR related experience.
• Experience explaining Minnesota State and Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
• Knowledge of Federal and State statutes and laws relating to employment.
• Experience with SCUPPS/SEMA4 (Minnesota State and State HRIS and Payroll systems) or other HRIS Systems.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing, interpreting, and counseling on the application of related policies, contracts, and laws.
• Previous work experience in higher education.
• Highly organized and detailed oriented; capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadline objectives.
• Demonstrated self-starter able to work independently in a dynamic, diverse team environment that requires flexibility and exceptional problem solving skills.
• Proven ability to think broadly and pay attention to the details, while continuing to understand the levels of consultation required on any given issue.

Physical Requirements

This position requires occasionally transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others and/or transporting light objects frequently.  The position may require movement throughout building(s) to a significant degree.

Additional Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

Why Work For Us

The University: Metropolitan State University, a member of the Minnesota State, is a public, urban university located in Twin Cities Metropolitan area. The University provides an excellent, inclusive and engaging education to eliminate opportunity gaps and lead the Twin Cities community to a prosperous and equitable future.  Recognized as a Minority Serving Institution, its employees serve approximately 11,000 students, two-thirds of whom are from communities of color or American Indian nations, are first in their family to attend college or are eligible for Pell grants.  Metropolitan State is recognized by CollegeNet as a leading higher education promoter of social mobility for students (Ranked #21 out of 1380).  The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees.  We provide accessible, high quality liberal arts, professional and graduate education with continued emphasis on marginalized groups, including adult learners. Recognized in 2008 and 2014 by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement and named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the university is committed to academic excellence and community engagement through curriculum, teaching scholarship and services designed to support an urban mission.

Visit our web site at http://www.metrostate.edu

For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.metrostate.edu/students/support/safety

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

How to Apply

Applications will only be accepted through the State of Minnesota Employment site at.  Applicants may upload a unique and tailored resume and have the system automatically fill in portions of their application.  This system also allows you to apply without a resume and complete an application by filling in each section.  A progress bar will show what steps remain in the application process.  You may also need to respond to screening questions about your qualifications.  Applicants may save at any time and return later to complete their application.

*To comply with privacy and data practices requirements, please refrain from including personal information or photographs in your application materials.

* Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement Commissioner’s Plan which can be found at:  https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/000/az/labor-relations/commissioners-plan/contract/commissioners-plan-2-29-2020.pdf

Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Carla Ballard at carla.ballard@metrostate.edu or 651/793-1319.

For TTY, call Minnesota Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 7-1-1 or 1-800-627-3529.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Metropolitan State University and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities are Equal Opportunity employers/educators 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 careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.