Staffing Specialist - Human Resources Specialist 2

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Minnesota is seeking a Staffing Specialist 2 in Saint Paul to support recruitment, classification and compensation activities within the DCYF HR team. Telework up to 50% and a standard 8:00am-4:30pm workday are available, with Monday–Friday schedules.

The role provides journey-level HR services to supervisors, managers, employees, and HR staff across the agency, focusing on vacancy fills, job audits, and alignment of positions with agency guidelines.

Qualifications

• Equal Opportunity principles knowledge to evaluate employee selection criteria.
• Experience advising hiring managers on recruitment processes and methods.
• Experience analyzing compensation and job classification and making recommendations.
• Ability to interpret and apply HR policies, CBAs and agency guidelines.
• Capacity to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and improve recruitment workflows.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with sensitivity and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support hiring managers with vacancy fill activities.
• Conduct routine job audits and position allocation reviews.
• Provide journey-level HR services and technical support to supervisors, managers, employees and HR staff.
• Assist with recruitment, selection, classification and compensation functions.
• Collaborate with agency leaders to shape recruitment strategies.

Job description

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers


• Date Posted: 09/11/2026


• Closing Date: 09/23/2026


• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Confidential


• Division/Unit: DCY - Central Office / Human Resources Staffing


• Work Shift/Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm


• 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

Working Title: Staffing Specialist

Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2

Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept

• Job ID: 96964


• Location: St. Paul


• Telework Eligible: Yes, up to 50%


• Full/Part Time: Full-Time


• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited


• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers


• Date Posted: 09/11/2026


• Closing Date: 09/23/2026


• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Confidential


• Division/Unit: DCY - Central Office / Human Resources Staffing


• Work Shift/Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm


• 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 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.

• Telework (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.

We have an opportunity to join the DCYF HR team in a high-impact staffing role where you’ll partner closely with leaders to shape recruitment, selection, compensation, and classification strategies.

In the Staffing Specialist 2 role you will provide journey-level professional human resources services and technical support to supervisors, managers, employees, and HR staff across the agency. The position assists with a variety of human resource functions, including recruitment, selection, classification, and compensation. Primary responsibilities include supporting hiring managers and supervisors with vacancy fill activities, conducting routine job audits, and assisting with position allocation reviews and recommendations.

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, day and year for each job held.

• Knowledge of equal opportunity principles and/or affirmative action concepts to evaluate and administer employee selection criteria and processes.


• Experience with advising or assisting hiring managers on recruitment processes, best practices, and selection methods.


• Experience in analyzing compensation and conducting job analysis/classification work while making recommendations on job alignment.


• Ability to interpret and apply HR policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and agency guidelines to ensure equitable and compliant hiring practices.


• Capacity to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and identify opportunities to improve recruitment workflows and outcomes.


• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with sensitivity and discretion to resolve issues with varied and diverse clientele.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a Human Resource Information System (HRIS), preferably PeopleSoft, sufficient to post job announcements, screen resumes, and route candidates.


• Knowledge of State of Minnesota personnel laws, rules, administrative procedures, policies, collective bargaining agreement provisions, and processes related to recruitment, selection, and job classification sufficient to independently administer these functions and provide guidance to other HR staff and managers and supervisors.


• Experience contributing to HR projects, process improvements, or change management initiatives.


• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

• It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:


• Reference check


• Criminal Background check


• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)


• Driver’s License Check


• Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees


• Additional assessment may be required during the interview process

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
  
  
  
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• 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.

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.

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

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