Working Title: HR Compensation Coordinator

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 81320

• Location : Statewide

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/25/2024

• Closing Date : 12/02/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Confidential

• Division/Unit : DHS-Payroll / Human Res Staff A

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Time, 8 am - 4:30 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, Occasionally for event, meetings, and on-site as needed

• Salary Range: $36.71 - $54.60 / hourly; $76,650 - $114,004 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• 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 position is primarily* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) with a need to occasionally travel to attend meetings in the office. This team is currently teleworking; however, this may change in the future with notice. Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) *

The Compensation Coordinator is a new position within Direct Care and Treatment Human Resources (DCT HR). The Compensation Coordinator leads the consultation and coordination efforts within compensation administration, HR delegation maintenance, and compensation process improvement activities with a focus on pay equity. The Compensation Program Manager will develop and coordinate implementation, maintenance, and auditing of DCT’s delegated compensation authority from the state.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide advanced consultation to DCT management, HR team members, and employees on compensation matters. Administer agency employee compensation program consistent with the agency’s delegation of authority for employee compensation from Minnesota Management and Budget.

• Establish and develop ongoing compensation related policies, processes, and quality controls to build DCT’s compensation program.

• Manage pay equity analysis process and approvals for DCT. Ensure that process is created and implemented using an equity lens.

• Assist in the research, development, dissemination and implementation of bargaining negotiations, policies, and procedures that impact compensation for DCT. Lead and assist in special projects and other duties as assigned.

The Compensation Coordinator has access to Labor Relations (LR) information as defined in M.S. 13:37; participates in meetings where agency and state labor negotiations proposals are discussed and evaluated; provides data and information to labor negotiations as it relates to workgroup, job allocation, and selection issues; and prepares written proposals for presentation at collective bargaining with other members of the HR/LR function.

Minimum Qualifications

4 year’s advanced Human Resources experience leading compensation analysis and demonstrating the following:

• Extensive knowledge of compensation principles, practices, and laws.

• Advanced research and analytical skills including analytical analysis of data, including pivot tables, charts and graphs.

• Ability to present data and recommendations to management and build consensus on decisions.

• Critical thinking and strategic planning skills sufficient to analyze and evaluate complex information, research and evaluate alternatives, independently make sound decisions, resolve conflicts and provide guidance on a variety of HR issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with State of Minnesota compensation system

• Work experience in a 24/7 operation

• Experience with HRIS technology platforms.

• Self-starter who thrives under minimal supervision, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making

• Experience interpreting current employment laws, regulations, and policies related to classification, recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, and/or retention of employees.

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

Additional Requirements

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.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

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.