Working Title: Payroll Clerk
Job Class: Human Resources Technician 1
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 96434
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/20/2026
Closing Date : 08/26/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Operations Services / Human Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $22.72 - $31.99 / hourly; $47,439 - $66,795 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrepresented
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill multiple full-time Human Resources Technician 1/ Payroll Clerk positions in St. Paul. These positions provide technical and administrative support services for the DNR. These positions provide human resources support by completing entry of payroll and labor distribution for employees, providing auditing assistance on employee/position and payroll transactions, administering safety, unemployment, and workers' compensation, and providing administrative office support.
Responsibilities include:
Complete all payroll functions for the agency so that all employees are accurately paid, and hours are properly recorded in compliance with State and Federal laws, labor union contracts, FLSA, workers' compensation, FMLA, and other policies and procedures.
Provide administrative support to human resources staff.
Perform general administrative activities.
Assist employees, supervisors, and managers on various payroll functions.
Administer unemployment insurance claims.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of experience entering high volumes of data into spreadsheets and databases within a human resources or finance office while meeting strict deadlines.
Experience maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information in accordance with established guidelines.
Demonstrated attention to detail in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Experience managing multiple responsibilities under pressure and adjusting to changing priorities.
Strong adaptability and problem-solving skills to effectively perform job duties.
Knowledge of applicable Human Resources policies and guidelines.
Knowledge of Minnesota Data Practices requirements sufficient to appropriately respond to data requests.
Experience applying state and federal employment laws, Minnesota statutes, personnel rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and Minnesota bargaining unit agreements or salary plans.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, managers, supervisors, and external partners.
Proficiency with spreadsheet, database, and word processing software sufficient to independently manage documents, files, and spreadsheets.
Preferred Qualifications
Two (2) years of experience entering high volumes of data into spreadsheets and databases in a Human Resources or Finance office while meeting strict deadlines.
Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.
Experience using SEMA4 or a similar personnel management system to review employee and position information, run standard reports, and accurately enter personnel transactions.
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
Data Practices related to personnel records
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Workers' compensation
Unemployment compensation claims processing
Strong writing skills sufficient to draft letters, reports, and informational materials for agency-wide distribution to employees.
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.
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.
