Administrator 5 - Executive Human Resources Officer

mnstate.edu; Cloquet, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College is seeking an Administrator 5 - Executive Human Resources Officer to lead the college's HR function. You will guide recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement across faculty, staff, and management while ensuring compliance with bargaining agreements and policies.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, HRIS administration, and confidential advisory services to the president and executive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible professional Human Resources experience.
• Knowledge of labor relations, employment law, and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and shared governance.
• Ability to manage confidential and complex employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, leadership, and strategic direction for college HR activities.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and engagement for all staff.
• Administer personnel and labor relations policies for all employee groups.
• Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and HR policies.
• Lead classification, compensation, and benefits administration and HRIS systems.
• Supervise HR office and advise president and executive team.

Skills

HR leadership

Staff development

Recruitment

Performance management

Labor relations

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Job Title and Details

Working Title: Administrator 5 - Executive Human Resources Officer

Institution: Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College

Classification Title: MnSCU Administrator 5

Bargaining Unit / Union: 220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan

City: Cloquet

FLSA: Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time: Full time

Employment Condition: Unclassified - Unlimited

Academic Salary Range: $91,507.00 - $146,527.00

Job Description

The Executive Human Resources Officer provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for the human resources activities of the college, overseeing the recruitment, training, development, and engagement of talent for all divisions of the institution. Responsibilities include the administration of personnel and labor relations policy for classified and unclassified administrators, managers, faculty, professional, clerical, and maintenance employees; adherence to collective bargaining agreements; recruitment, and onboarding processes for all positions; employee engagement and performance management; leadership and staff training and development; classification, compensation, and benefits administration; HRIS systems administration; and supervision of the Human Resources office. Principles of diversity, affirmative action, and equal employment opportunity will be applied to all college human resources practices. This position involves significant discretion and substantial involvement in the development, interpretation, and implementation of college policy. This position provides confidential advice to the president and administrative team.

Salary Range: $91,507 - $127,994 Annually

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration or related field.

Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible professional Human Resources experience.

Knowledge of labor relations, employment law, and HR best practices.

Demonstrated leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and shared governance.

Ability to manage confidential and complex employee relations matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field.
• Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification or Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) certification.
• Human Resources leadership experience in higher education or the public sector.
• Experience administering collective bargaining agreements and working with unions.
• Strategic planning, organizational change, and workforce planning experience.
• Experience leading a comprehensive Human Resources function, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and organizational development.

Other Requirements

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Telework (No) - Telework is not available

About the mission

About The mission of Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College is to provide higher education opportunities for its communities in a welcoming, culturally diverse environment.

To achieve this mission, we will:

• Promote scholarship and academic excellence through transfer and career education and provide access to higher education by offering developmental education.
• Respectfully promote the language, culture, and history of the Anishinaabeg.
• Provide programs which will celebrate the cultural diversity of our community and promote global understanding.
• Promote a sense of personal respect and wellness.
• Provide technological opportunities and experiences, preparing students for the future.
• Provide programs and baccalaureate degrees that fulfill our commitment to American Indian communities, our land grant status, and the union of cultures.

Vision Statement

Fond du lac Tribal and Community College offers a postsecondary education to honor the past, for those living in the present and dreaming the future, through a spirit of respect, cooperation, and unity.

Core Values

• Respect: Manaaji’idiwin
• Integrity: Gwayakwaadiziwin
• Stewardship: Ganawenjigewin
• Innovation: maamamiikaajinendamowin
• Compassion: Zhawenjigewin

Benefits Information

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website. To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Employment Dates

Desired Start Date: 12-14-2026

Position End Date: Open

Open Date: 09-03-2026

Close Date: 09-03-2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

Minnesota State 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 encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.

Diverse Workforce Information

Connect 700 and Veteran's Preference Minnesota State Colleges and Universities are military friendly campuses and recognized Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organizations.

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon is a comprehensive community and corporate support network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, and resources to meet the needs of Veterans, Service Members, and families in all military branches.