Job Description
Job Details Working Title: Strategic Staffing Partner Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1, 2 or 3 Agency: Health Department - Job ID : 90811
- Location : St. Paul
- Telework Eligible : Yes / Hybrid
- Full/Part Time : Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
- Who May Apply : This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers.
- Date Posted : 12/13/2025
- Closing Date : 12/19/2025
- Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
- Division/Unit : Human Resources (HRM)
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Ranges:
- HR Specialist 3 : $30.80 - $45.47 / hourly; $64,310 - $94,941 / annually
- HR Specialist 2: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,130 - $85,232 / annually
- HR Specialist 1: $25.29 - $36.71 / hourly; $52,806 -$76,650 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Commissioner's Plan
- 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.
Job Summary Join the Minnesota Department of Health's Staffing team as we bring a more innovative approach, grounded in customer experience, business partnership and creative solutions from the Human Resource Management division's commitment to supporting the agency.
We are a collaborative team who value a relationship-driven approach by actively partnering with hiring managers, human resources team members, and other stakeholders to recruit and retain a workforce dedicated to MDH's mission - Protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans.
Critical to this role is having the communication skills and professional sophistication to develop and facilitate trusted management partnerships and the ability to proactively seek opportunities to stay informed of division and program workforce needs with division directors, managers, and supervisors.
Working as a Strategic Staffing Partner within our staffing team, you will:
- Deliver HRM Staffing support professionally and efficiently, working from a place of customer service, providing solutions, and prioritizing equity.
- Provide a wide range of staffing related responsibilities, including facilitating the vacancy filling process from job allocation, recruitment, and selection through the pre-onboarding stage of hiring.
- Support large divisions or niche areas of the agency with complex needs requiring experienced staffing partnership, working closely with senior leaders.
- Act as an agency expert in the vacancy-filling process to ensure that state jobs are legally filled with qualified candidates using selection best practices that maintain statutory compliance.
- Provide staffing services to the agency by working in partnership with agency HR staff, Minnesota Management and Budget, and other agency divisions/work units to classify and fill jobs.
- Develop and maintain foundational relationships with contacts in labor unions, management, community organizations, diversity organizations, schools/higher education institutions, and other groups.
This posting will be used to fill multiple positions, as we continue to grow a best-in-class human resources team. The vacancy is being announced at three different job classification levels: Human Resources Specialist 1, Human Resources Specialist 2 and Human Resources Specialist 3. Multiple positions will be filled, and the final job classification of the position will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications. This position is currently eligible for up to 50% hybrid telework for applicants residing in Minnesota or a bordering state within 50 miles of the work location. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
At the Human Resources Specialist 3 level: Three (3) years of related professional human resources experience performing at least three (3) of the areas outlined below with the ability to be trained in the remaining areas:
- Full life cycle recruitment experience using strategic talent acquisition methods including:
- Advising management through the administration of the vacancy filling process.
- Establishing minimum qualifications
- Developing and recommending job posting, assessment and selection criteria.
- Developing recruiting plans using contemporary methods and strategic approach.
- Job analysis/evaluation.
- Analyzing and recommending compensation.
- Writing position descriptions.
- Developing interview questions and/or participating as a human resources interview panelist.
- Interpreting and advising on current employment laws, regulations, policies, and contracts related to classification, recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, and/or retention of employees.
At the Human Resources Specialist 2 level: Two (2) years of related professional human resources experience performing at least three (3) of the areas outlined below with the ability to be trained in the remaining areas:
- Full related professional human resources experience performing at least three (3) of the areas outlined below with the ability to be trained in the remaining areas:
- Advising management through the administration of the vacancy filling process.
- Establishing minimum qualifications
- Developing and recommending job posting, assessment and selection criteria.
- Developing recruiting plans using contemporary methods and strategic approach.
- Job analysis/evaluation.
- Analyzing and recommending compensation.
- Writing position descriptions.
- Developing interview questions and/or participating as a HR interview panelist.
- Interpreting and advising on current employment laws, regulations, policies, and contracts related to classification, recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, and/or retention of employees.
At the Human Resources Specialist 1 level: One (1) year of related professional human resources experience performing at least three (3) of the areas outlined below with the ability to be trained in the remaining areas:
- Full related professional human resources experience performing at least three (3) of the areas outlined below with the ability to be trained in the remaining areas:
- Advising management through the administration of the vacancy filling process.
- Establishing minimum qualifications
- Developing and recommending job posting, assessment and selection criteria.
- Developing recruiting plans using contemporary methods and strategic approach.
- Job analysis/evaluation.
- Analyzing and recommending compensation.
- Writing position descriptions.
- Developing interview questions and/or participating as a HR interview panelist.
- Interpreting and advising on current employment laws, regulations, policies, and contracts related to classification, recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, and/or retention of employees.
A Human Resources or closely related degree will substitute for experience as follows:
- Master's degree = 18 months
- Bachelor's degree = One year (12 months)
- Associate degree = 6 months
At all levels: Minimum qualifications to be further assessed during the interview process: - Ability to provide a customer-centric and solution -focused approach to human resources management partnerships.
- Depth of experience with full life cycle hiring and external recruitment methods.
- Baseline job evaluation experience combined with willingness and ability to expand and refine job audit and classification expertise.
- Critical thinking, strategic planning, and communication skills sufficient to research, analyze and evaluate complex information, independently make sound decisions, resolve conflicts, and provide management consultation on a variety of human resources issues.
- Inclination towards change management, process improvement, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications At all levels: - Experience conducting job audit and classification determinations within the state of MN HR system.
- Experience with a job evaluation system such as the Hay method.
- Experience with the State of MN's HRIS system (SEMA4) and Applicant Tracking system (Recruiting Solutions).
- Experience working in a collective bargaining unit environment.
Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to .
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Amy Winters at amy.winters@state.mn.us or 651-201-5617 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amy Winters at amy.winters@state.mn.us .
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us
About Health Department Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.
Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include: - 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 to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals: - Training, classes, and professional development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: - A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS 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 encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
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