Human Resources Generalist - Payroll/Recruitment (Full Time)

Salary: $24.39 Hourly
Job Type: Full-Time
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.
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.

Human Resource (HR) Generalist - Excellence through people.
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.
Research and analysis of human resources matters through HR metrics and data
Administration and monitoring of HR information application platforms
additional detail on responsibilities provided upon hire)
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).
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.
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.
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of personnel/human resource management.
Ability to manage and maintain data spreadsheets, records, and files.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 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. 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.
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. 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays

• State of MN insurance benefits and retirement package
• This is a 1.0 FTE unrepresented full-time position with a starting rate of $24.39/hr.

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.
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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
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
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
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
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

Employee Assistance Program
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