Human Resources Specialist 2 - Employee Relations & Workplace Services

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Working Title:

Human Resources Specialist 2 - Employee Relations & Workplace Services

Institution:

Dakota County Technical CollegeHuman Resources Specialist 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

217: Non-Represented Employee Plan

City:

RosemountInver Grove Heights

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$28.75 - $42.16

Additional Job Description

Complete Application Requirement — Please Read Before Applying
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application. Applications missing required documents will be marked incomplete and will not advance to review.

Your complete application must include:

• Current Resume (Required): Must list employment dates (month and year) for each position and indicate average hours worked per week.
• Cover Letter (Optional): Encouraged if you wish to highlight your interest and qualifications
• Transcripts (Optional): May be unofficial.
  
  

Job Description

This position serves as a primary human resources resource for employees, supervisors, and administrators, providing consultation and support on employee relations, leave administration, workplace accommodations, workers' compensation, performance management, and related employment matters. The position helps ensure compliance with employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, Minnesota State policies, and college procedures while supporting a positive employee experience and effective workforce management.

This position provides human resources services to both Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College through a shared services model and supports employees, supervisors, and administrators across both institutions. In Summer 2027, Inver Hills Community College plans to merge with Dakota County Technical College and become Minnesota Valley College.* Pending approval from the Higher Learning Commission, Minnesota State Board of Trustees, and the U.S. Department of Education

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide professional consultation and guidance to supervisors, managers, and employees regarding employee relations matters, workplace concerns, performance issues, corrective action, and interpretation of policies and collective bargaining agreements. 
• Administer and coordinate leave programs including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), state leave provisions, military leave, paid and unpaid leaves, and workplace accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related laws. 
• Coordinate workers' compensation activities, facilitate communication among employees, supervisors, medical providers, and third-party administrators, and support return-to-work and transitional work processes.
• Provide guidance and support to supervisors regarding employee performance issues, documentation standards, coaching strategies, corrective action processes, and implementation of performance improvement plans.
• Support labor-management meetings, assist with contract administration, research and interpret collective bargaining agreements and human resources policies, and provide recommendations regarding workplace issues within established procedures and agreements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner. 

Salary Range:

$28.75 - $42.16/Hour; $60,030 - $88,030/ Year

Minimum Qualifications (Must be documented on resume/application)

• Knowledge of human resources principles, practices, employment laws, and applicable collective bargaining agreements sufficient to provide guidance on employee relations, leave administration, accommodations, workers' compensation, and performance management.

• Skill in interpreting and applying policies, procedures, laws, rules, regulations, and labor contract provisions.

• Experience providing consultation and customer service to supervisors, employees, or clients regarding complex issues requiring analysis and judgment.

• Experience analyzing complex workplace issues, gathering information from multiple sources, and making recommendations based on findings.

• Effective oral and written communication skills sufficient to communicate with employees, supervisors, labor representatives, and external partners.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at all organizational levels.

• Experience maintaining confidential and sensitive information.

• Experience prioritizing and managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
  

Preferred Qualification 

• Experience in employee relations, leave administration, workplace accommodations, workers' compensation, labor relations, or performance management.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Experience in higher education, public sector, or Minnesota state government.
• Experience administering FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, or related employment programs.
• Experience interpreting collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience with Workday HR/Payroll systems.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, IPMA-HR, or comparable HR certification.
  

Other Requirements

• Ability to perform work in a standard office environment. Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and by telephone. Ability to move between campus locations and attend meetings across the institution as needed.
  

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm

Telework (Yes/No) Yes

This position is primarily based on campus. Eligible for up to one telework day per week (typically Friday), subject to departmental and operational needs.

Internal Applicants:

All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub.  Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

External Applicants

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State.

Contact:

If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or at 651-423-8411.

If you experience any issues while submitting your application or creating an account please contact [email protected] for assistance.

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 [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

About

Dakota County Technical College is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses.

DCTC is aligned with Inver Hills Community College. Located nine miles apart, Inver Hills offers a broad range of liberal arts and professional programs that complement programs at DCTC. Both Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.

In accordance with the Clery Act, prospective employees may review the Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports for Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College at https://www.inverhills.edu/about/departments/security/security-reports/ and https://www.dctc.edu/support-services/campus-security/security-reports-clery-act/.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

 

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

12-16-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

11-09-2026

Close Date:

12-01-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Julia Glenn

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]