Come help the Department of Corrections transform lives for a safer Minnesota! Each day when you come to work for the Department of Corrections, you have the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.
Job Details
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Working Title: Human Resources Consultant 1
Job Class: Human Resources Consultant 1
Agency: Corrections Dept
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 06/15/2023
- Closing Date: 06/28/2023
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Confidential
- Division/Unit: Minn Corr Facl - Lino Lakes / LL Human Resources Dir Staff
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $31.00 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,728 - $96,006 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
- Telework Eligible: Yes:This position is eligible to work a mix of primarily telework and some onsite workdays.
- 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
In this position you provide HR leadership and contribute to the advancement of the DOC’s mission and objectives by performing a variety of advanced professional personnel management functions and services. The position provides HR consultation in support of the Regional Human Resources Director to administer the functional responsibilities of the department, Agency and more directly Minnesota Correctional Facility – MCF Lino Lakes and MCF - Shakopee. These responsibilities include: consulting, advising and recommending solutions to employees and management on a range of employee relations matters; performance management; labor relations and legal and policy compliance; analyses of complaints/grievances and conducting investigations on employee and labor relations matters; to participate in the research and analyzing of information to create, revise and implement agency policies and procedures; ensuring application of personnel rules, contract language, compensation plans, state and federal laws, MN statutes, and all required rules, regulations, standards, and procedures; developing and conducting trainings; developing and fostering business partner relationships with executive management, directors, supervisor and managers, outside agency partners and with labor union representative and leaders; serving as the facility ADA coordinator.
The position works within a Minnesota Correctional Facility – MCF Lino Lakes when on site.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional human resources expereince demonstrating expertise and skill in labor relations and consultation including several of the following areas: contract/pay plan interpretation, grievance administration, performance management, conducting employment investigations, developing training, and policy development/revision.
A bachelor’s or advanced degree in Human Resources or a related degree program, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, and Organizational Behavior, may substitute for one year of either experience requirement described above.
Applicants will be further assessed on the following:
- Familiarity with collective bargaining process and contract interpretation/administration
- In-depth knowledge of compensation systems, performance management, FMLA and leave management.
- Thorough knowledge of the federal and state employment laws and related statutes policies and procedures such as: Minnesota Public Employment Labor Relations Act, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disability Act, the Minnesota Data Practices Act, State labor agreements and plans, State and Agency policies, Public Employment Labor Relations Law, labor relations processes per Minnesota Management and Budget and the Bureau of Mediation Services, Personnel Rules, MN 43.08, Administrative Procedures.
- Skill in negotiation practices and conducting investigations and/or representing the employer in grievance and arbitration hearings
- Analytical and problem-solving skills sufficient to analyze and evaluate complex information and provide guidance to management on a variety of HR issues.
- Ability to consider differing opinions, facilitate conversation, and effectively work with others to understand interest and recommend agreeable solutions
- Human relations and communication skills sufficient to conduct effective interviews of all kinds, facilitate group interactions, mediate disputes, train large and small groups, make effective presentations, and persuade others to adopt his/her ideas and supervise staff.
- Advance writing skills sufficient to organize ideas, conceptualize problems, and categorize relevant and irrelevant data for incorporation into narrative reports, policies and procedures, prepare presentations, and document employment decisions that may be contested.
- Ability to identify training needs and recommend, develop, and present trainings
- Ability to create and nurture a performance-based culture that supports efforts to accomplish the organizational mission and goals.
- Exercise discretion and sound judgment in decision-making practices while handling sensitive, controversial and confidential processes and decisions
Preferred Qualifications
- A bachelor’s or advanced degree in Human Resources or a related degree program, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, and Organizational Behavior.
- Experience providing lead work direction and guidance to other professional and technical HRM staff.
- Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Corrections' operations and human resources policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the corrections/criminal justice field, either gained through work experience or education.
- Human resources experience in a continuous, 24-hour operations organization
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Jessica Fenlon at jessica.fenlon@state.mn.us. This position will require Tuberculosis screening prior to hire.
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
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 Jessica Fenlon at jessica.fenlon@state.mn.us or 651-361-7200.
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 Jessica Fenlon at jessica.fenlon@state.mn.us.
About Corrections Dept
Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.
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)
- 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.
