Remote-Eligible HR Transactions Technician

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking multiple full-time Human Resources Technicians to join our Transactions team in St. Paul, MN.

The HR Technician performs HR transactions, assists with benefits and retirement processes, and provides technical personnel support to staff, managers, and supervisors. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, customer service, and compliance with applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements; onsite training is provided with

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work, independently initiate actions to meet deadlines, establish and maintain recordkeeping systems and training aids, and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Customer service and communication skills sufficient to provide clear, concise, and accurate explanations of HR policies and procedures in person, by phone, and in written correspondence, while responding in a timely and respectful manner.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while managing frequent interruptions and competing demands.
• Problem-solving skills sufficient to effectively perform assigned duties and address routine issues.

Responsibilities

• Process personnel transactions in the State’s personnel/payroll system (SEMA4).
• Serve as a Designated Department Insurance Representative (DDIR) and provide employees with information and assistance regarding benefits.
• Serve as a Retirement Coordinator and assist employees throughout the retirement process.
• Perform general administrative and personnel-related activities.
• Provide support and assistance to HR staff, managers, supervisors, and employees on personnel matters.
• Respond to and provide guidance on a variety of human resources inquiries.

Skills

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Diversity & inclusion

Problem solving

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Database software

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking multiple full-time Human Resources Technicians to join our Transactions team in St. Paul, MN.

The HR Technician performs HR transactions, assists with benefits and retirement processes, and provides technical personnel support to staff, managers, and supervisors. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, customer service, and compliance with applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements; onsite training is provided with