Job Information
State of Minnesota Staffing Specialist - Human Resources Specialist 2 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Staffing Specialist
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2
Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget
Job ID : 93418
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/08/2026
Closing Date : 04/20/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Management & Budget
Division/Unit : Agency Operations / Human Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : Unrepresented
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.
Ready to make an impact? Join the internal Human Resources team at Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB), where we support nearly 380 dedicated employees! As a Staffing Specialist, you will be part of a team of seven and will perform human resources services and consultation related to staffing functions, like job classification, compensation, recruitment, selection, and contract administration. This position performs job classification audits, provides organizational development planning and recruitment strategy, and vacancy-filling consultations within the agency.
Job duties for this position include:
Coordinating the selection and staffing processes by developing recruitment plans, qualifications for vacancies, interview questions, and more
Posting vacancies and recommending other appropriate recruitment methods as needed to find qualified candidates
Reviewing resumes and advising managers on interview and selection practices
Determining the appropriate job classification of new, vacant, and occupied positions so they are properly allocated, employees are compensated adequately, and consistency is maintained, writing job audits
Consulting with managers and supervisors to identify needs and provide creative alternatives as necessary to meet the needs of the agency
Drafting and editing position descriptions and advising managers on the job classification process
Advising managers and supervisors on interpretation of bargaining unit agreements, compensation plans, policies, and procedures
Discussing and consulting with supervisors regarding workforce planning, knowledge transfer, and organization set up to establish staffing plans for the future
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. With approval, employees that live within 50 miles from the primary work location may telework up to 50%. Employees that live 50 miles or more from the primary location and live in Minnesota may telework more than 50% with approval.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper years of service 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. Candidates must clearly demonstrate all the following qualifications on their resume. Resume tips are available here (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/applicant-help/resume-tips/) .
Two (2) years of experience performing human resources functions such as recruiting, labor relations, job analysis, policy interpretation, compensation, or other equivalent HR program administration.
Experience must include:
Using and familiarity with a human resource information system (HRIS) such as PeopleSoft, Workday, ADP, BambooHR, etc.
Applying and advising on employment laws, rules, collective bargaining agreements, and ensuring compliance
Writing and communication skills sufficient to convey complex ideas and strategies in a clear, professional, and respectful manner that is free of errors, grammatically correct, and consistent
Attention to detail and organization skills sufficient to accurately track tasks, manage multiple deadlines, follow established procedures, and identify and correct errors in documents or data
Interpersonal skills sufficient to interact professionally with managers, supervisors, employees, applicants, and the public
Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
A bachelor’s degree in human resources management, organizational development, industrial relations, or organizational psychology may substitute for one (1) year of experience. A master’s degree in a similar field may substitute for eighteen months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!
Experience analyzing job content and completing classification audits to determine appropriate classification
Experience with SEMA4 and/or Recruiting Solutions
Experience processing and reviewing human resources transactions and reports
Experience analyzing or creating compensation requests 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 the policy of Minnesota Management and Budget that a successful candidate must pass all required checks prior to employment which may consist of the below checks:
SEMA4 records check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal history check
Reference check
Social Security and address verification
Education verification
Conflict of interest review
Other legally or internal policy required checks
A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.
Minnesota Management & Budget does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota Management & Budget will not sponsor applicant work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.