HR Specialist

Job Details Working Title: Human Resources Specialist 1 Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1 Agency: Transportation Dept Job ID: 95527 Location: Willmar or Marshall Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 07/15/2026 Closing Date: 07/27/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-Confidential Division/Unit: District 8 - Willmar / Human Resources/Business Servs Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep FLSA Status: Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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. This position provides professional level human resources services to managers, supervisors, and employees located in MnDOT’s district 8. It serves as a resource in the areas of labor contract administration, staffing/recruitment, selection, classification, and compensation, and ensures all employment laws, rules, regulations and collective bargaining agreements are upheld. The position requires analytical and problem‑solving ability sufficient to evaluate complex information, research answers to problems and/or concerns, and make decisions and/or recommendations within acceptable timeframes. The position will be located in Willmar or Marshall, Minnesota. It may allow telework on a part‑time/hybrid basis. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor and will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor. The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. Minimum Qualifications One (1) year of professional level experience in human resources demonstrating all requirements listed below. OR Two (2) years of paraprofessional/technical experience in human resources or a related field demonstrating all requirements listed below. Note: A bachelor's or master’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development or a closely related field substitutes for one (1) year of professional experience. Experience researching, analyzing, and interpreting information. Experience creating written documents such as reports or presentations. Experience using databases to update, track and retrieve information. Experience communicating information to others verbally and in writing. Experience managing hiring and selection processes. Preferred Qualifications Government/public sector human resources experience. Experience working with the State of Minnesota classification and job evaluation system. Experience performing recruiting or outreach activities. Experience applying collective bargaining agreements and plans. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, use wrists, hands, and fingers to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. An individual with a disability may be qualified to perform the function if an accommodation would enable them to perform the job in a different way, and the accommodation does not impose undue hardship. Additional Requirements Successful candidate must pass past‑employer reference checks and a criminal history check. Background checks may include SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Education/License Verification, and Driver’s License Check. Benefits Paid vacation and sick leave. 12 paid holidays each year. Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans. Fertility care, including IVF. Diabetes care. Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children. 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children. Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years). Employer‑paid life insurance. Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance. Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care. Resources that support physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being. Training and Development Training, classes, and professional development. Tuition reimbursement. Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility for some positions. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and families with mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, and legal issues. Daily Living/Convenience Services: chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care. Equal Opportunity Employer Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants with Disabilities Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance, contact the job information line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. MnDOT encourages participation in all its programs and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Those needing accommodations may contact the MnDOT affirmative action office or use MN Relay 711. #J-18808-Ljbffr