Staffing Manager - Human Resources Director 3

Minnesota Department of Health; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible up to 50%

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Join the Minnesota Department of Health in St. Paul as Staffing Manager within the HRM Division. This leadership role drives the vacancy filling process, recruitment, and compensation activities, including job classification and evaluation.

You will lead staffing initiatives to improve customer service, efficiency, and staffing effectiveness across the agency. The position requires strong HR leadership, policy knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with executive leaders to deliver

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in Human Resources including staffing/talent acquisition, HRIS/data systems, classification/compensation, and job audits.
• Experience applying public sector HR practices, Minnesota statutes and merit system principles.
• Demonstrated leadership experience (supervisor/lead roles or leadership programs).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the HR leadership team and oversee the staffing section to ensure appropriate classification decisions.
• Provide strategic direction for vacancy filling, recruitment, selection, and compensation activities.
• Supervise Staffing Supervisor and provide indirect supervision to Staffing Consultants and Staffing Specialists.
• Foster effective relationships with executives, managers, HR staff, and provide training and guidance as needed.

Job description

Working Title: Staffing Manager - Human Resources Director 3

Job Class: Human Resources Director 3

• Job ID: 98351
• Location: St. Paul
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• Closing Date: 11/30/2026
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division/Unit: Human Resources Management / Human Resources Staffing
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $50.04 - $71.75 / hourly; $104,483 - $149,814 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Managerial Plan
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Re-Posting: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Staffing Manager - Human Resources Director 3

Job Class: Human Resources Director 3

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID: 98351
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes / Hybrid
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• Closing Date: 11/30/2026
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division/Unit: Human Resources Management / Human Resources Staffing
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $50.04 - $71.75 / hourly; $104,483 - $149,814 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Managerial Plan
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Re-Posting: Yes
• 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 IS BEING REPOSTED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED

Join our mission‑driven team to work as a Staffing Manager in the Human Resources Management (HRM) Division at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and contribute to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans. This position manages and provides strategic direction and leadership to the Department of Health's overall vacancy filling process, recruitment, selection, and compensation activities, including job classification and job evaluation. This leadership role champions efforts that improve customer service, efficiency, documentation, and effectiveness by continually improving staffing related processes to best serve the needs of the agency, through best-in class service, and to become a leader in the State of Minnesota Human Resources enterprise.

• Serve as a key member of the MDH HRM Leadership Team.
• Manage the staffing section of the MDH Human Resources Office so that classification decisions are appropriate, and supervisors and managers can fill vacancies with qualified candidates.
• Provide leadership for the vacancy filling process so that all positions are filled with the best-qualified candidates in a timely manner.
• Monitor and implement best practices and continuous improvement efforts across the Staffing team.
• Ensure the MDH staffing team exhibits sound technical practices in the core functional areas of classification audits, compensation determinations, recruitment practices and selection methods,
• Establish and maintain effective, credible relationships with executive leaders, managers, supervisors and HR staff, offering training and assistance where appropriate.
• Provide direct supervision to one (1) Staffing Supervisor (HR Director 1) and indirect supervision to five (5) Staffing Consultants and six to eight (6-8) Staffing Specialists.

In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework, this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location. The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in‑office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Five (5) years of experience in Human Resources including demonstrated experience in the areas of Staffing/Talent Acquisition, HRIS/Data systems, Classification/Compensation, and job audits. This experience must include:

• Experience applying knowledge of public sector human resource management practices, principles, and procedures, including thorough knowledge of MMB’s Administrative Procedures and Personnel Rules, Minnesota Statute 43A, and Merit System principles.
• Experience applying knowledge in enterprise classification, compensation and selection practices, including knowledge of the Hay method of job evaluation.
• Knowledge of contract and plan provisions (AFSCME, MAPE, MNA, MMA, MGEC, Non‑Represented Employees Compensation Plan and Managerial Plan), especially those governing hiring.
• Demonstrated leadership experience that may include any of the following:
• Experience working as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or project lead*.
• Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI).
• Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership development program through another organization.

Qualifications to be further be assessed during the interview process

• Human relations/interpersonal skills sufficient to engage, develop and retain a cohesive HR team and effective collaboration with peers, leaders, and stakeholders.
• Analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills sufficient to evaluate complex information and issues and identify, analyze, and present options
• Ability to exhibit leadership excellence through demonstration of the following competencies:
• Manages vision, purpose and strategy
• Develops Others
• Prevents fraud, waste and abuse in government programs.
• Manages Relationships
• Leads inclusivity

Educational Equivalencies

A degree in Human Resources or a related program such as Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, Public Administration, Employment Law or other closely related field may substitute for experience as follows: Doctorate or JD may substitute for 18 months of experience. A master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience. A bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience. An associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience planning and organizing major and interdisciplinary projects across an organization.
• Skills in using statistical data and tools for evaluating HR metrics/data and the effectiveness or work processes.
• Knowledge of federal and Minnesota statutes and regulations related to employment and employment law.
• Knowledge of workforce planning practices and methodology for public organizations.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

MDH does not participate in the federal E‑Verify program and is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F‑1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I‑9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E‑Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Kathleen Maertz at [e-mail] or 651‑201‑5936.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

About Health Department

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission‑driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.

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
• 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.