GAL HR Generalist

Salary: $24.39 Hourly
Location : Minnesota Judicial Center - St. Paul
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 09503
Division: Human Resources
Department: GAL Human Resources_J502GLM
Opening Date: 05/14/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Position Description
We support trained, effective Guardians Ad Litem to advocate for safe and permanent homes for the children we represent. Together, we will build and sustain an effective, racially equitable program that advocates for children and their families with compassion, high engagement, and a community lens.

About Us

Since its inception, the Minnesota Guardian ad Litem Program has committed itself to giving abused and neglected children a strong voice in our court system. The Program provides advocates who represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in court and are independent from the court and the child welfare system. Guardians' ad Litem (GALs) are appointed by a judge to represent a child's best interests in court proceedings.


The Minnesota Guardian ad Litem Program is a state agency providing services throughout the state of Minnesota.


Position Description

Human Resource (HR) Generalist - Excellence through people.

Our Human Resources team supports the Guardian ad Litem Program by promoting the concept that our employees are our most valuable resource and will be treated as such. We act as catalysts to enable all Guardian ad Litem employees to contribute at optimum levels of success.

Introduction:

This is responsible professional and administrative work in the Human Resources department of the Guardian ad Litem Program's central office.


Work involves managing and performing Human Resource (HR) system administrative functions in addition to collection and analysis of HR data, metrics, and statistics needed to support Program compliance in recruitment, retention, performance, and other HR related functions. Work is performed with considerable independence developing work processes and resolving problems subject to administrative policies under supervision of the Human Resources Manager.
Primary Responsibilities
Work includes:

• Research and analysis of human resources matters through HR metrics and data
• Administration and monitoring of HR information application platforms
• HR Transaction processing and management

Primary Responsibilities: (additional detail on responsibilities provided upon hire)

• Processing HR transactions in state-wide employment management system (SEMA4).
• Collection and compilation of HR metrics and data from a variety of sources.
• Administration, management, and resource contact for HR application assistance and troubleshooting (i.e., Performance Management System, Talent Acquisition Application, SEMA4, etc).
• Prepares and signs off on employment verifications.
• Prepares and maintains employee personnel files and records.
• Serves as the custodian of all personnel files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with all relevant laws and company policies
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employee data, including but not limited to union information, compensation, health information, and performance records, adhering to legal and ethical standards.
• Participation on various committees on which an HR representative sits, such as support to the volunteer component of the GAL program.
• Data analysis and statistic compilation that helps identify trends and patterns in recruitment, hiring practices, employee motivation, turnover, and compliance.
• Records management and documentation of key metrics from recruitment efforts, community engagements, and other activities related to attracting and recruiting talent.
• Identify and foster meaningful and intentional community partnerships for improved engagement and relationship building.
• Preparation of monthly HR reports for labor unions, payroll, and finance.
• Content management for GAL public website and internal Program SharePoint site.
• May perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of personnel/human resource management.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain excellent relationships with others.

Ability to analyze issues, prepare reports and make recommendations.

Ability to manage and maintain data spreadsheets, records, and files.


Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws involving employment and HR policies.


Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS, payroll, and similar employee management software.

Qualifications: (Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, abilities and skills listed above. An example of an acceptable qualification for this position is:)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, organizational management, business management, public administration or related field and some experience in a human resources and/or court office.


May substitute an associate's degree in a related field in combination with considerable human resources experience.

**Successful candidate must pass background check upon hire and repeat background checks every three years thereafter.

Supplemental Information
The Location:

This position is a hybrid position where the selected candidate will work both remotely and, in an office, setting located at the MN Judicial Center in St. Paul, MN.

The Benefits:

• 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• State of MN insurance benefits and retirement package
• Flexibility
• Public service

Interested?

This is a 1.0 FTE unrepresented full-time position with a starting rate of $24.39/hr.

TO APPLY: If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply for the position. Individuals who have already applied and moved forward to the interview process do not need to reapply

Complete the online application at: Application deadline is Thursday, May 28th, 2026, at 4:30 p.m . Please allow approximately 45 minutes to complete the on-line application process. Posted for internal and external application submission simultaneously.


The Guardian ad Litem Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of diversity. We actively seek and encourage applications from persons of diverse backgrounds.

It is the policy of the Guardian ad Litem Program that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, and genetic information.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process or if you have any additional HR related questions, please contact, View email address on click.appcast.io.
The Guardian ad Litem Program offers affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family's wellbeing through the State of MN's Employee Group Insurance Program ().

Our wide-ranging benefits package includes the following components:

Medical Insurance

• The employee-paid premium for the is only $38.50/month for a full-time employee with single coverage, or $262.66 for family coverage
• Employees can choose from three different carriers: Blue Cross/Blue Shield Minnesota, Health Partners, or Preferred One
• The and the for the Advantage Health Plan are on the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) site
• helps employees manage weight loss and reduce risk factors for type 2 diabetes, and , a benefit that reduces out-of-pocket costs for diabetes-related medical treatment
• Employees may also choose a
• Pharmacy benefits provided by CVS Caremark

Dental Insurance

• The employee-paid premium for this plan is only $13.50/month for a full-time employee with single coverage, or $55.40 for family coverage
• Employees can choose from two carriers: or the
• The and the are on the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) site

Vision Insurance

• The employee-paid premium for this plan is only $5.76/month for a full-time employee with single coverage, or $16.54 for family coverag
• Additional information on can be found on the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) site

Pre-Tax Spending Accounts

• Contributions to pre-tax accounts are taken from your paycheck before taxes are deducted, and since you pay less in taxes, your net income may be increased.
• Use to pay eligible medical and dental expenses as well as eligible dependent day care expenses.

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability

Paid Sick Leave

• Eligible full-time employees accrue sick leave at four hours per two-week pay period
• Sick leave may be used for purposes such as medical and dental appointments, maternity leave, illness or injury for certain family members

Pension

• The Guardian ad Litem Program contributes to your
• Upon retirement, you'll receive a monthly benefit for life, with potential post-retirement increases
• Your monthly benefit will be based on factors such as length of service, high-five average salary, age at retirement, and survivor benefit selected

Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan

• Retirement saving plan in addition to your pension plan

Health Care Saving Plan

• Post-employment health care saving plan that can be used to pay for medical expenses

Paid holidays

• 11 paid holidays, including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Junteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
• 2 additional floating holidays may also be offered if eligible

Paid Vacation leave
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program

Additional Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service.
• You can learn more about this program from the and the

Eligibility for is determined by employment status (i.e. full-time, part-time, intermittent, or temporary) as well as other job details (e.g. bargaining unit, supervisory status, etc.). Please ask Human Resources or the hiring contact about benefits at any time during the application process.
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Please briefly describe what interests you about this position. What skills and qualifications make you a good candidate for this position?
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Provide an example of a time when you had to juggle multiple projects in a limited amount of time. Describe how you organized and prioritized the projects to get them accomplished.
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What computer programs are you proficient in? (Select all that apply)

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Outlook
• Google Suites
• Apple/Mac Applications
• Other

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