Saint Paul Public Schools offers an on-site HR Consultant role on the District Labor Relations Team in Saint Paul, MN. This position focuses on performance management, employee relations, benefits administration, training, and policy interpretation, including investigations and labor agreement support. It is a 12-month, 40-hour-per-week role with a competitive salary range of $71,617 to $105,942 per year, along with comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the district's HR expert for administrators, interpreting labor agreements, HR policies and procedures, and applicable laws in response to inquiries from district leaders and staff.
- Conduct investigations related to discrimination, misconduct, or related issues and prepare findings reports.
- Advise administrators on performance management, including coaching, written directives, and disciplinary actions.
- Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to continually improve departmental efficiency and services.
- Develop and deliver training programs for administrators and supervisors, and participate in presenting the training.
- Create benefits communications and present benefits information at orientation, pre-retirement seminars, and other meetings; coordinate open enrollment activities.
- Establish and maintain contact with labor union representatives and respond to inquiries.
- Provide staff assistance in labor arbitrations, mediations, and grievance procedures.
- Ensure changes to contract language are accurately reflected in labor agreements.
- Collaborate with insurance carriers to implement and maintain changes in employee and retiree benefits.
- Review new employment-related legislation and advise on incorporating changes into HR policies, labor agreements, and benefits contracts.
- Prepare reports requiring research, data collection, and analysis with recommendations as appropriate.
- Perform special projects as required and other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human resource management, business or public administration, psychology, or a related field.
- Five years of professional human resource experience.
- Considerable knowledge of current standards, practices, and techniques of human resource administration.
- Considerable knowledge of workforce management principles, practices, and techniques.
- Considerable knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to employment.
- Working knowledge of benefits administration.
- Working knowledge of the operations of a large organization.
- Skilled in using computer software applications to accomplish work tasks.
- Strong customer service, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Effective communication skills, including listening, and verbal and written.
- Ability to establish rapport with diverse individuals and backgrounds; capacity to manage multiple issues simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong research, analysis, and reporting capabilities.
- Ability to make sound decisions based on HR policies and procedures and to investigate and resolve complaints and conflicts.
Pay, Benefits and Work Schedule
- This is a 12 month position working 40 hours per week.
- Pay range: $71,617 - $105,942 per year.
- Maximum hiring step: Step 10.
- Salary information is listed in the PEA contract. See the district HR resources for the PEA Labor Agreement at https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/labor-agreements and select the "PEA" Labor agreement.
- Benefit information is available at https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summaries-by-bargaining-unit and by selecting the "PEA - Full Time" link.
How to Apply
To be considered, apply online and attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
The Human Resource Department will review submitted materials and contact applicants regarding next steps.
To attach additional documents, use the "Additional Attachments" link on the applicant homepage and upload your documents. Acceptable file extensions include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.
Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- May be exposed to various cleaning products.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Equity Statement
SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees demonstrate equitable practices in their job roles.
General Information
Saint Paul Public Schools is seeking a Human Resources Consultant to support the District Labor Relations Team. The HR Consultant performs skilled professional HR work consulting with administrators on issues including performance management and evaluation, employee discipline, training, employee benefits, and related topics.
Reporting Relationship: Works under the general supervision of a human resource department administrator.
Other Information
- Transcript information: Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire; official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of the start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside the United States.
- Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans may claim preference by submitting a legible copy of DD214 with the employment application. If approved, five or ten additional points may be added to the final passing score.
- Criminal background investigation and reference checks: Required for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed for more than six months.
