Human Resources Business Partner - Human Resources Specialist 2

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Saint Cloud (MN); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Pension

Paid leave

Résumé du poste

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities seeks an HR Business Partner - Human Resources Specialist 2 to provide professional HR services and strategic leadership across campus units in St. Cloud.

The role collaborates with administrators, faculty, and staff to align workforce planning with institutional goals. The position emphasizes compliance with bargaining agreements and laws, supporting organizational redesign, and advising on talent management.

Qualifications

• 2 Years of Closely Related Experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of laws related to HR management including FLSA, EERA, FMLA, and ADA.
• Attention to detail to ensure policies and bargaining agreements are followed.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of HR administration theory to support supervisors and staff.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and manage projects.

Responsabilités

• Provide professional HR services including management and consultation with supervisors and employees.
• Lead special HR initiatives for the campus and act as a strategic HR business partner.
• Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements, policies, and state/federal laws.
• Support organizational redesign, restructuring, and workforce planning efforts.
• Collaborate with administrators, faculty, and staff to meet institutional needs.

Connaissances

Labor relations knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Formation

Bachelor's degree or higher

Description du poste

• Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

• Working Title: Human Resources Business Partner - Human Resources Specialist 2
• Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2
• Agency: Minnesota State
• Job ID: 98246
• Location: St. Cloud
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/05/2026
• Closing Date: 11/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State and St. Cloud State University
• Division/Unit: Human Resources
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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 will perform professional Human Resources services including the management and consultation with supervisors and employees, special HR initiatives for the campus, and will function as a strategic HR business partner for designated areas. Incumbent will provide subject matter expertise and advanced strategic HR leadership to administrators, faculty and staff within the designated areas on a wide range of human resources functions including but not limited to; employee/labor relations, recruitment and retention, workforce planning, classification/range assignment, compensation, orientation and onboarding, and talent and organizational management. Works with and supports all levels within the University including administrators, directors, faculty and staff. Support implementation of organizational redesign, restructuring initiatives, and workforce planning efforts to meet evolving institutional needs. This role will ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements, Minnesota State (MinnState) policies, and state and federal laws.

This position is considered confidential as defined by M.S. 13.37 as it accesses and utilizes information pertaining to labor relations, serves as a resource to management for labor relations information, provides assistance and information for use in the development of a strike plan, and researches and compiles classification and compensation information to respond to equity proposals for salary ranges for classes under review in collective bargaining negotiations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 Years of Closely Related Experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Doctorate degree may substitute for 2 years of experience, Master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience, Bachelor’s degree may substitute as 1 year of experience, and Associate’s degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.

• Knowledge of various laws relating to human resources management including, but not limited to, employment law, Fair Labor Standards Act, Public Employees Labor Relations Act, Family Medical Leave Act, and American with Disabilities Act.
• Attention to detail and consistency to ensure policies, bargaining agreements, rules and regulations are followed accurately and consistently.
• Demonstrated problem-solving & decision-making skills necessary to independently perform the duties of the position.
• Knowledge and/or experience in human resources administration theory and principles to be able to effectively support and coach supervisors, administrators, and employees.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and carry out assignments with minimal supervision while keeping supervisor and team members informed.
• Ability to perform project management.

About Minnesota State

St. Cloud State is an award‑winning regional public university and proud member of the Minnesota State Universities & Colleges system. St. Cloud State values active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability, and global and cultural understanding.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well‑being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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.

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/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.