Human Resources Specialist 1 - HR Business Partner

Human Resources Specialist 1 - HR Business Partner Institution: Metropolitan State University Classification Title: Human Resources Specialist 1 Bargaining Unit / Union: 217: Non-Represented Employee Plan City: St. Paul FLSA: Non Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Full time Employment Condition: Classified - Unlimited Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26 per hour Job Description The Human Resources Business Partner provides professional-level HR support for assigned classified employee groups, including AFSCME, MAPE, Managerial Plan, and the Unrepresented Compensation Plan. This position serves as a key point of contact for employees and supervisors, offering guidance on HR policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements to ensure consistent and compliant application of employment practices. Working under general supervision, the position supports HR functions such as employee and labor relations, classification and compensation processes, benefits administration, and unemployment coordination. The role assists in resolving workplace issues, supports grievance and investigation processes, and contributes to the implementation of HR programs and initiatives. This position helps ensure that HR services are delivered in a timely, accurate, and equitable manner, supporting effective workforce management and a positive employee experience while maintaining compliance with institutional, system, and regulatory requirements. This position has access to and uses documents/data containing labor relations information as defined by M.S. 13.37 and will serve as a resource to the management team for labor relations information as defined in M.S. 13.37, used in collective bargaining. Minimum Qualifications 2 years of professional Human Resources experience performing work in selection, classification, or any transactions related to employment. (A Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business, or a related field may substitute for 2 years of direct HR experience.) Basic knowledge of Human Resources functions such as benefits, leaves, retirement, compensation, payroll, classification structures, collective bargaining agreements, recruiting and selection processes, and worker’s compensation procedures. Customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt and accurate information to customers on the phone, in person, or through written correspondence and effectively communicate information with tact, courtesy and diplomacy in a timely manner. Demonstrated problem‑solving and decision‑making skills necessary to independently perform the duties of the position. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team and carry out assignments with minimal supervision while keeping supervisor and team members informed. Experience managing multiple priorities/projects and simultaneously delivering quality results while meeting strictest established deadlines. A demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti‑racism. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field. Minnesota State Colleges and Universities experience. 1 year or more Minnesota State experience. 3 or more years of general human resources experience. Experience working in a multi-union or higher education environment. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional HR development. Work Shift Monday – Friday, 8:00 am‑4:30 pm Benefits Information 11 paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, six weeks of paid parental leave, low‑cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 – $1500), a pension plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre‑tax medical and dental expense accounts with rollover option and dependent care accounts, employer‑paid life insurance, short and long‑term disability, and professional development and tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents. Equal Opportunity Employer Metro State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on 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. The university provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr