Human Resources Consultant I

Human Resources Consultant I

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Human Resources Consultant I

Salary

$63,273.60 - $87,609.60 Annually

Location

Saint Paul, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

26-UNSP-02121

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

9/3/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About the Position

Come join our team! The City of Saint Paul is hiring for a Human Resources Consultant I within the Talent and Acquisition section of the Human Resources Department. This position provides assistance with full cycle recruitment, job postings and internal processes.

As a city employee, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, a secure pension plan, performance pay incentives, and the opportunity to grow your professional career while making a meaningful difference in our community.

Here's What You Can Expect to Do:

• Partner with departments and hiring managers to create and develop job postings and recruitment materials.

• Communicate and respond timely to routine applicant inquiries.

• Assist the team and departments with open houses, career fairs, and digital and print recruitment efforts, including handouts, job lists, and social media postings.

• Provide administrative support to the talent acquisition team.

• Track and maintain recruitment metrics for reporting purposes.

• Provide technical support to candidates and hiring managers using the applicant tracking system.

• For more information and essential functions, see our job description. (

Information Specific to this Position:

This position is located at 25 West 4th Street, Annex Building. You will work a flexible (core hours are 8:00 to 4:30) hybrid schedule which requires designated days in the office, with Wednesday being a mandatory office day.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits ( , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Four years of work experience performing duties related to Human Resources functions.

Note:

• An Associate’s Degree can be substituted for two years of experience.

• A Bachelor’s Degree can be substituted for four years of experience.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.

• Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)

• A resume - please ensure your vacancy related experience is documented.

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Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position will require a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.

Human Resources Contact Information:

Ellen Friedman at View phone number on click.appcast.io

Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information. (

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.

Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:

City Paid Benefits

• Health Insurance

• Vacation/Holidays

• Sick Leave

• Life Insurance

• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass

• Deferred Compensation

• Retirement Program

Optional Benefits

• Dental

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Disability Insurance

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

• Long Term Care Insurance

For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits ( .

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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and application processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.

• Yes

02

Please select your highest level of education.

• High School Diploma/GED

• An Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

03

How many years of Human Resources experience do you possess? Please select the option below that best describes your experience. A “year of experience” means full-time work (40 hours per week for 12 months). If you worked part-time, your experience should be combined to equal full-time hours. (Example: 20 hours per week for 2 years = 1 year of full-time experience.)

• Less than two years of experience

• Two years but less than three years

• Three years but less than four years

• Four or more years

• None of the above

04

Which of the following recruitment and hiring activities have you performed? Select all that apply.

• Assisted with recruitment and/or sourcing activities

• Prepared or updated job postings using established guidelines

• Posted or distributed job announcements on a variety of sources - job boards, regional and/or national sources, and/or social media job posts

• Reviewed applications for basic qualifications

• Scheduled or coordinated interviews

• Communicated with applicants regarding the hiring process

• None of the above

05

Which of the following candidate assessment activities have you performed? Select all that apply.

• Used established interview questions or rating criteria

• Assisted in employment tests or assessments

• Scored or documented candidate responses using established criteria

• Reviewed applications or other candidate materials against established requirements

• Recorded or compiled assessment results

• Assisted with selection activities

• None of the above

06

Which of the following have you applied in your work? Select all that apply.

• Followed HR policies and procedures

• Followed established employment laws, regulations, or workplace requirements

• Applied collective bargaining agreements or workplace policies

• Followed civil service or merit-based hiring procedures

• Maintained confidentiality of employee or applicant information

• None of the above

07

Which of the following have you performed in your work? Select all that apply.

• Gathered and organized HR-related information

• Researched information to answer routine questions

• Followed established procedures to resolve HR-related issues

• Referred questions or issues to the appropriate HR staff or supervisor

• Communicated HR processes or procedures to employees, applicants, or customers

• Maintained records or documentation related to HR activities

• None of the above

08

Which of the following types of experience have you performed that are transferable to human resources work? Select all that apply.

• Sourcing, recruiting, interviewing, or assisting with candidate evaluation

• Providing customer or client service

• Following policies, procedures, or regulations

• Collecting, organizing, or reviewing information

• Coordinating schedules, meetings, or projects

• Communicating information to individuals or groups

• Handling confidential or sensitive information

• Working with others to resolve questions or issues

• Managing multiple tasks or priorities

• None of the above

09

Describe a time when you had to adjust to changing priorities while managing multiple tasks or deadlines. How did you prioritize your work and ensure everything was completed?

10

I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.

• Yes

• No

11

RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)

• City of Saint Paul website

• City of Saint Paul employee

• City of Saint Paul job interest card

• City of Saint Paul walk-in

• City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter

• City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications

• Friend or family member

• League of Minnesota Cities website

• Governmentjobs.com website

• LinkedIn

• Facebook

• X (formerly known as Twitter)

• Indeed.com website

• ZipRecruiter

• Pollen website

• MinnesotaWorks.net

• College or University

• Community organization

• Job fair

• Professional association

• Saint Paul Elevate Session

• People of Color Career Fair

• Other

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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).

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City of Saint Paul

Address

25 West Fourth Street, Suite 200 City Hall Annex Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102

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