**Working Title: Human Resources Director** **Job Class: Human Resources Consultant 2** **Agency: Water & Soil Resources Board** + **Job ID** : 86769 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Hybrid work Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 06/11/2025 + **Closing Date** : 07/02/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Water & Soil Resources Board / Confidential + **Division/Unit** : BWSR HR / Strategic Operations + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 217 - Confidential/Unrep + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative + **Supervisor:** Andrea Fish + 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. **_**For more details on this position, please visit the_** BWSR Careers (https://bwsr.state.mn.us/careers) **_site for the position description._** This position provides leadership and professional Human Resources and Labor Relations consultation and guidance to the agency and its nine (9) office locations. In addition, this position manages the human resource functions so that the agency is provided with information and services that meet the organizational needs. The BWSR HRM Director Serve as a resource to the management team for labor relations information and also develops relationships with employee bargaining unit representatives while preserving management prerogatives. + Administers all phases of the personnel program within the agency that is characterized by: multiple programs; complex organization structure; a diverse classification and examination structure. + Compensation administration. + Personnel issues/problem solving with impacts beyond the agency boundaries – particularly by working with other agencies. + Serves as the agency’s delegated Affirmative Action Officer. + Provides oversight of hiring decisions. + Provides guidance and leadership on staffing, employee reviews and disciplinary procedure. + All activities related to the hiring and retention of state employees. **Minimum Qualifications** Five years of advanced professional experience in classification, compensation and labor relations activities that demonstrates successful delivery of services related to human resource principles, practices and procedures. Such experience must include 3 of the following: + Contract interpretation and implementation + Advising and consulting with management + Conducting complex job analysis and documenting classification decisions + Classification audits + Leading projects or teams + A bachelor’s degree in human resources or related equals on year of experience. NOTE: A bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field may substitute for one year of experience. Knowledge of public sector human resources and labor relations laws and regulations, including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, and demonstrated ability to apply them. Problem solving skills sufficient to think beyond tried-and-true solutions and usual remedies Leadership to foster an environment that promotes diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Human Relations skills sufficient to develop and maintain reputable internal and external relationships and be able to influence management to consider a wide array of options and to ensure they fully recognize the implications of their decisions. Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to make presentations to management, negotiate resolution to sensitive situations, manage client expectations, and establish effective working relationships with all levels of employees, outside consultants, diverse internal and external customers, other agency management and collective bargaining representatives. Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple and changing priorities within required timelines. Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in difficult situations. Ability to work independently and with limited supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Must be able to obtain and maintain classification, compensation and selection delegation. **Preferred Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree or higher in Human Resources or related field + Labor relations experience in government + Knowledge of the Statewide Human Resources policies, procedures, labor contracts, and laws sufficient to train and provide work direction to staff. + HAY Certification + SHRM certification. **Physical Requirements** Requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. Even though the weights being lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. **Additional Requirements** This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License with a clear driving record. It is policy of the Board of Water and Soil Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: 1. Employment Reference Check 2. SEMA4 Records Check 3. Criminal History Check 4. Education/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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.