**Working Title: Labor Relations Consultant 2** **Job Class: Labor Relations Consultant 2** **Agency: Revenue Dept** + **Job ID** : 85130 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes, Hybrid + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 07/10/2025 + **Closing Date** : 07/16/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Revenue Dept / Revenue-Confidential + **Division/Unit** : Human Resource Mgmt Division / HRM-Labor Relations + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $34.18 - $50.69 / hourly; $71,367 - $105,840 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 217 - Confidential/Unrep + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative + 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. Join the Human Resource Management Team at Revenue! We are dedicated to supporting employees through their entire employment journey at Revenue by providing strategic guidance and assistance while ensuring a seamless and positive experience. We strive to live the balance between supporting Revenue and the people who make Revenue what it is. As a Labor Relations Consultant, your role is essential in fostering a positive employee experience at the Department of Revenue overseeing labor and employee relations functions. As a key member of Labor Relations Unit, your responsibilities include handling disputes, conducting investigations, and offering guidance and training to managers and supervisors on labor agreements and employment plans. You will be responsible for advising on employee misconduct and performance issues, as well as reviewing and updating HR policies. This position was previously posted 4/1/2025 - 4/7/2025. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply. This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location. Existing employees who were approved to telework from a bordering state and more than 50 miles from their work location before June 1, 2025, may retain this arrangement unless they move farther away This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. **Minimum Qualifications** + Three (3) years of professional human resources experience in employee relations or labor relations + Knowledge and experience in contract administration and interpretation, grievance processing, applying labor relations principles and practices of collective bargaining + Experience consulting with managers and supervisors on employee and labor relations issues including disciplinary actions. + Experience in conducting employment investigations and recommending appropriate corrective action to management + Knowledge and experience interpreting and applying relevant State and Federal Laws + Experience in writing formal reports and memorandums + Experience communicating sensitive or controversial decisions to managers and supervisors on HR practices and procedures while demonstrating the ability to establish and maintain effective business partnerships. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience in public sector industry or government entities + Experience working in a unionized environment handling complex union contracts + Knowledge of the State of Minnesota’s human resources system and administrative principles, and personnel practices + Experience reviewing and responding to data practices request for personnel records + Experience in project management and process improvement initiatives and change management **Physical Requirements** Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer. **Additional Requirements** Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). 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.