**Working Title: Payroll Clerk** **Job Class: Human Resources Technician 1** **Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources** + **Job ID** : 86507 + **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** : 06/12/2025 + **Closing Date** : 06/18/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources + **Division/Unit** : Operation Services Division, Human Resources + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $22.00 - $30.98 / hourly; $45,936 - $64,686 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 217 - Confidential/Unrep + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + 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. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one full-time Human Resources Technician 1/ Payroll Clerk position in St. Paul. This position provides technical and administrative support services for the DNR. This position provides human resources support by completing entry of payroll and labor distribution for employees, providing auditing assistance on employee/position and payroll transactions, administering safety, unemployment, and workers' compensation, and providing administrative office support. Responsibilities include: + Complete all payroll functions for the agency so that all employees are accurately paid, and hours are properly recorded in compliance with State and Federal laws, labor union contracts, FLSA, workers' compensation, FMLA, and other policies and procedures. + Provide administrative support to human resources staff. + Perform general administrative activities. + Assist employees, supervisors, and managers on various payroll functions. + Administer unemployment insurance claims. This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement. **Minimum Qualifications** + One (1) year of experience entering large amounts of information into spreadsheets and databases under a strict deadline in a human resources or finance office. + Experience following confidentiality guidelines and handling sensitive information. + Ability to maintain attention to detail while experiencing frequent interruptions. + Ability to identify and address multiple duties, work under pressure, and be flexible with changing priorities. + Adaptability and problem-solving skills sufficient to perform job duties effectively. + Ability to understand and apply state federal employment laws, Minnesota Statutes, personnel rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and State of Minnesota bargaining agreements/salary plans. + Ability and desire to work cooperatively with others as a team. + Ability to understand complex workers' compensation policy and guidelines. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, managers, supervisors, and external sources. + Knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software applications sufficient to independently manage documents, files, and spreadsheets. **Preferred Qualifications** + Two (2) years of experience entering large amounts of information into spreadsheets and databases under a strict deadline in a human resources or finance office. + Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field. + Experience and skills in using SEMA4 or similar personnel management system sufficient to review employee and position information, pull standard reports, and accurately enter personnel transaction. + Experience in any of the following: + Data practices for personnel records + FMLA + FLSA + Workers' compensation + Unemployment compensation claims processing + Knowledge of Minnesota Data Practices Act sufficient to respond appropriately to requests for data. + Writing skills sufficient to draft letters, reports, and informational material for agency-wide distribution to employees. **Additional Requirements** No driving duties are required. Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status). It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: + Conflict of Interest Review + Criminal History Check + Education Verification + Employment Reference / Records Check + License / Certification 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.