Staffing Representative - Human Resources Specialist 2 or 1

State of Minnesota; Roseville (MN); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Minnesota is hiring Staffing Representatives to support MnDOT’s Metro District staffing needs. The roles cover HR functions such as staffing, classification, compensation, and workforce planning.

The positions may be filled at HR Specialist 2 level or, if not available, at HR Specialist 1 level. Located at Water’s Edge in Roseville with hybrid work flexibility and in-office expectations as per policy.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional HR experience required.
• Experience in job evaluation/analysis.
• Experience coordinating recruitment, hiring and selection.
• Experience using HRIS (PeopleSoft/Workday/ADP).
• Applying and advising on employment laws and collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers to understand staffing needs and propose solutions.
• Advise leaders on job descriptions and classification standards.
• Evaluate positions for accurate classifications and audit documentation.
• Develop hiring strategies with agency recruiters and attract applicant pools.
• Manage job postings and guide interview and selection practices.

Skills

Staffing planning

Job evaluation/analysis

Recruitment & selection

HRIS usage

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR or related field

One year HR experience (for Specialist 1)

Tools

PeopleSoft

Workday

ADP

Job description

• Working Title: Staffing Representative

• Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2 or Human Resource Specialist 1

• Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 94889

• Location : Roseville

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/19/2026

• Closing Date : 10/02/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Confidential

• Division/Unit : Metro / HR Management

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range - HR Specialist 2: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually

• Salary Range - HR Specialist 1: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,539 - $79,156 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrepresented

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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 announcement will be used to fill two positions in our office. The positions are at the HR Specialist 2 level but if we are not successful in filling the positions at the 2 level, we may fill them at the HR Specialist 1 level.

The Staffing Representative is an integral part of the HR team that supports approximately 1,300 employees at MnDOT’s Metro District. This position performs human resource services and provides consultation for staffing functions, including classification, compensation, recruitment, selection, contract interpretation, and workforce planning.

Job duties include:

• Partner with managers and supervisors to understand staffing needs and recommend creative, practical solutions to support organizational goals.

• Advise leaders on position descriptions as well as classification standards and processes.

• Evaluate new and existing positions to determine accurate job classifications and prepare job audit documentation.

• Develop hiring strategies in partnership with agency recruiters to attract strong applicant pools.

• Manage job postings, review applicant materials, and guide hiring managers on effective and consistent interview and selection practices.

• Provide guidance to supervisors on interpreting labor agreements, compensation frameworks, and organizational policies and procedures.

• Consult with leaders on workforce planning and organizational structure to support long-term staffing and operational effectiveness.

This position is located at Water’s Edge in Roseville and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience performing professional human resources functions.

Experience must include the following:

• Performing job evaluation/analysis

• Coordinating recruitment, hiring, and selection

• Using a human resource information system (HRIS) such as PeopleSoft, Workday, ADP, etc.

• Applying and advising on employment laws, rules, and/or collective bargaining agreements, and ensuring compliance

*NOTE: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, or a closely related field substitutes for one year of professional human resources experience.

Human Resources Specialist 1:

• A Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development or a closely related field OR

• One year of professional experience in Human Resources OR

• Two years of technical experience in Human Resources or a related field

Experience must include the following:

• Directly performing or supporting vacancy filling, classification, or other closely related HR functions

• Writing formal documents, reports, or analyses

• Using a human resource information system (HRIS) such as PeopleSoft, Workday, ADP, etc.

• Applying and advising on employment laws, rules, and/or collective bargaining agreements, and ensuring compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated research and analytical skills

• Experience writing formal reports, research papers, or memorandums

• Experience analyzing compensation for experience and equity

• Experience in a union environment and interpreting bargaining unit agreements

• Experience performing HR functions in public service (municipal, county, state, federal, or Tribal)

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that the successful candidate pass a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check/employment verification

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver’s License Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities 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.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.