Working Title: Human Resources Business Partner
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID : 96796
Location : Fergus Falls
Telework Eligible : Yes, please note this position is telework eligible and required to work in-person for at least 50% of scheduled workdays each month.
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/03/2026
Closing Date : 09/10/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-Confid
Division/Unit : Department of Veterans Affairs / Human Resources Outstate
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 217 - Confidential/Unrep
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.
This position performs professional Human Resources guidance and consultation in the areas of leave management, labor relations, classification, compensation, staffing and selection and strategic recruitment for the Minnesota Veterans Home - Fergus Falls to ensure the requirements of all Home specific goals, personnel statutes, collective bargaining agreements, personnel rules and administrative procedures are met. This position serves as strategic business partner to MVH - Fergus Falls management team.
As an HR Business Partner, you would:
Coordinate and complete full-cycle recruitment and staffing processes in collaboration with hiring supervisors, HR staff and others.
Research, analyze and document requests to establish new positions and re-classify vacant and occupied positions, in accordance with established job classification policies and procedures.
Provide professional-level planning and consultation support related to labor relations functions.
Advise managers, supervisors and employees on a wide range of employment laws and policies to ensure consistency and compliance.
Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
*Two years of Human Resources experience in one or more of the following areas: labor relations, employee performance management, vacancy-filling, job analysis/classification and/or compensation.
*Note : Completion of a bachelor's degree in human resources or closely related degree program may substitute for 1 year of experience.
All applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:
Analysis and problem-solving skills sufficient to evaluate information, research HR issues, recognize problems, identify options/solutions, and make sound decisions and recommendations.
Skills in using HR information systems (preferably PeopleSoft) sufficient to review and enter employee/position information and track applicant/vacancy-filling status.
Skills in using word processing and spreadsheet software (preferably Microsoft Word and Excel) sufficient to create and edit correspondence and develop and maintain spreadsheets to track data.
Communication skills sufficient to effectively explain processes and procedures; compose and edit correspondence and reports; and prepare and present information/training to individuals and groups.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills to build collaborative working relationships in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and skills in labor relations, including contract/pay plan interpretation, grievance administration, labor/management relations, and/or consulting on employee investigations and discipline.
Experience and skills in administering/coordinating hiring processes, including assessing applicants' qualifications and working effectively with hiring managers.
Experience interpreting employment-related laws, rules, administrative procedures, and/or collective bargaining agreements sufficient to provide consistent and compliant advice and guidance.
Knowledge of workers' compensation and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) administration.
Bachelor's degree in human resources or a closely related degree program.
Additional Requirements
Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
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.
