Human Resources Business Partner - Human Resources Consultant

Human Resources Business Partner – Human Resources Consultant 1

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 Minnesotansp>

• Provide labor relations research, analysis, consultation, and direction to all levels of management and others to interpret and implement collective bargaining agreements and plans applicable to DCT.
• Advise, train, and coach managers, supervisors, and employees regarding policy, procedures, and requirements for investigations of employee misconduct and performance management, including the issuance of discipline to ensure effective performance management.
• Act as a lead HR representative and strategic partner with assigned business partner managers, supervisors, and other internal/external stakeholders; provide advanced HR advice and assistance to contribute to the success of the assigned program area.

• 3 years of human resources experience in three or more of the following areas, at least one of which must be within the labor relations/employee relations category:
  • Labor and/or employee relations (managing consultation, labor contract, unrepresented employee plan administration and interpretation, employment law, performance management, investigations, discipline and discharge, dispute resolution such as grievance hearings or mediation, union relations)
  • Strategic planning
  • Talent acquisition and retention
  • Job analysis/classification
  • Transactions of HR action items
  • Compensation
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Organizational Management (or related field) will substitute for 1 year of professional level work experience.

• Knowledge of State of Minnesota employment law, rules, and administrative processes.
• Human Resources experience in a union environment.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and confidentiality skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Organizational Management (or related field).

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.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans, including fertility and diabetes care
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan (retirement income after at least 3 years of service)
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources to support physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

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Direct Care and Treatment is a highly specialized behavioral health system operated by the State of Minnesota. It provides treatment programs, residential and vocational services for people with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and more.

The State of Minnesota is an equal‑opportunity, affirmative‑action, veteran‑friendly employer. The State agency workforce reflects the diverse communities served by the State. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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