Transactions Technician - Human Resources Technician 1

Transactions Technician

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking multiple full-time Human Resources Technicians to join our Transactions team in St. Paul, MN.

The Human Resources Technician works in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and performs human resources transactions while providing technical personnel support to HR staff, managers, supervisors, and employees. The position ensures HR functions are completed accurately and timely in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations, state policies and procedures, and applicable collective bargaining agreements and salary plans.

The position performs technical assignments across a variety of HR functional areas, including benefits, retirement, and personnel transactions. The successful candidate will work effectively as part of a team while independently prioritizing deadline-driven and time-sensitive work. The position requires strong customer service skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to accurately interpret and apply policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include:

• Process personnel transactions in the State's personnel/payroll system (SEMA4).
• Serve as a Designated Department Insurance Representative (DDIR) and provide employees with information and assistance regarding benefits.
• Serve as a Retirement Coordinator and assist employees throughout the retirement process.
• Perform general administrative and personnel-related activities.
• Provide support and assistance to HR staff, managers, supervisors, and employees on personnel matters.
• Respond to and provide guidance on a variety of human resources inquiries.

Until the probationary period is successfully completed, the selected candidate will be required to work onsite full time to complete training and onboarding. Following the probationary period, the position may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement, including part-time telework, with supervisory approval. Employees approved for telework will be required to complete and sign a telework agreement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work, independently initiate actions to meet deadlines, establish and maintain recordkeeping systems and training aids, and complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Customer service and communication skills sufficient to provide clear, concise, and accurate explanations of HR policies and procedures in person, by phone, and in written correspondence, while responding in a timely and respectful manner.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while managing frequent interruptions and competing demands.
• Problem-solving skills sufficient to effectively perform assigned duties and address routine issues.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Skills using a human resources information system (HRIS) sufficient to review employee and position information and accurately enter and update employee data.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and their application to employee-related matters.
• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, sufficient to accurately review and enter data, prepare employee correspondence and memoranda, generate reports, and perform other administrative tasks.
• One (1) year of experience performing paraprofessional, clerical, or technical duties in an office setting, including a variety of administrative and program support functions.

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.

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