POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive
DEPARTMENT: Employee Relations
HOURS: Full-time, M-F
HIRING RANGE: $53,925- $67,406 / year (Grade 106)
SALARY RANGE: $53,925- $84,258 /year
LOCATION: Hybrid: telework and in-person at the Administration Center, Hastings, MN
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 5/21/2024
The HR Staffing Technician plays a critical role in the administration of human resources services for Dakota County. This position will support the generalist team with the new hire onboarding and staffing processing.
Who We Are
Dakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Our motto is "Be More" and we strive every day to achieve excellent public service, with a focus on four values: Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation.
Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.
* Associate degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field
* Two years' experience working in the relevant human resources area of assigned responsibility
* Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS BEYOND MINIMUM REQUIRED:
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related field
* One or more years of human resource experience in area of assigned responsibility.
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions..
Staffing Administration
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in human resource administration.
* Demonstrated ability to work independent.
* Ability to discuss and understanding of all County benefit policies and practices.
* Comprehensive knowledge and advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs and other HR software systems.
* Clear knowledge and experience with human resource plans and services.
* Clear understanding of County policy, state and federal laws as well as knowledge of County structure and environment.
* Ability to interpret, explain and apply laws, policies, procedures and requirements as applicable to the circumstance.
* Ability to demonstrate good judgment and work well with a wide range of individuals throughout the organization.
* Ability to maintain complex database systems including confidentiality of sensitive HR materials.
* Ability to work efficiently and effectively and work on a variety of tasks and projects at one-time.
* Ability to establish and maintain a positive and cooperative working relationships with County and department staff.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to deliver messages and communications professionally and positively.
* Ability to present a professional and positive image at all times.
* Ability to organize work tasks and use time effectively.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily stationary; it is usually accomplished while incumbent is comfortably seated at a desk or table. Work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate controlled office. There is some travel to meetings and conferences away from the regular place of work. Items transported typically include light objects such as briefcases, notebooks, work papers, and data printouts.
Benefits