Working Title: Regional Human Resources Director (Human Resources Director 1)
Job Class: Human Resources Director 1
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 91290
Location : Various: Moose Lake, Rush City, Willow River
Telework Eligible : Yes-up to 50%
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/09/2026
Closing Date : 01/20/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Confidential
Division/Unit : Minn Corr Facl - Rush City / RC Human Resources Dir
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $41.98 - $60.24 / hourly; $87,654 - $125,781 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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 manages and directs the human resource functions for the Minnesota Department of Corrections facilities in Moose Lake, Rush City, Willow River, and other locations as needed. The position ensures that executive management teams and employees at these work locations are provided with information and services that meet organizational and human resources needs. This position also serves as a member of the DOC HR Leadership Team.
Job responsibilities include:
Provide leadership to the agency in HR programs and services so the agency is supported with best practices in the full range of human resources functions.
Manage human resources programs and services for the region so that the delivered HR services reflect and support the mission and core values of the DOC.
Manage, direct, and evaluate regional human resource office operations to ensure quality services are provided that meet organizational needs.
Based on the mission and goals of the agency and specific initiatives of each facility in the HR region, provide leadership consultation regarding organizational effectiveness, management, and use of resources.
Manage labor relations activities for each facility with the region so that effective working relationships between management and labor are established and maintained. Activities include union contract/pay plan interpretation, discipline and grievance processes, participating in local labor/management meetings, etc.
Manage all other functions assigned to the region HR offices, including employee leave management, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordination, compensation/salary approval, Corrections Officer staffing, etc.
This position is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory job performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework. The primary work location for this position will be Rush City, Moose Lake, or Willow River.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of human resources experience related to the essential duties of the position. (NOTE: A bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related degree program, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, and Organizational Behavior, may substitute for one year of this requirement)
AND
Experience providing leadwork direction or supervision to staff.
Experience in labor relations, including knowledge and skills in union contract/plan interpretation, grievance administration and labor/management relations.
Experience in consulting on employment investigations and in assessing and recommending appropriate corrective action to management.
Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:
Thorough knowledge of federal and Minnesota statutes and regulations related to human resources including ADAA, FLSA, FMLA, MN Human Rights Act, and Title 7 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Highly developed communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively respond to issues and develop and facilitate training presentations.
Demonstrated writing skills sufficient to draft policies and procedures, propose changes to union contract language, and document employment decisions that may be contested.
Interpersonal and leadership skills sufficient to effectively supervise and motivate staff, deliver and explain information to managers, supervisors, and department employees, and work collaboratively as a team member.
Ability to plan, manage and monitor work to assure effective accomplishment of operational objectives and HR specific initiatives.
Willingness to support multiple locations across the agency
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources or a related degree program, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, and Organizational Behavior.
Four or more years of human resources experience related to the essential duties of this position.
Experience in leading and overseeing comprehensive employment investigation processes, including planning, execution, and resolution of complex cases in compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.
Experience providing supervision to staff.
Experience is a 24/7 operation.
Thorough knowledge of Minnesota statutes and regulations related to human resources including Minnesota Statute 43A (State Personnel Management) and the Public Employment Labor Relations Act (PELRA), as well as State of Minnesota personnel policies, rules, and administrative procedures.
Knowledge of Department of Corrections operations and human resources policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
