Leave and Benefits Coordinator - Human Resources Specialist 1 job in St. Paul
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St. Paul,
MN
| Job Ref: | 11462268 |
| Employer: | Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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| State: | MN |
| City: | St. Paul |
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The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Working Title: Leave and Benefits Coordinator Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1 Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
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. Job Summary The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has an opportunity to serve as the primary leave management coordinator for the employees of DEED. Bring your talents to the highly collaborative Human Resources team at DEED. This position is responsible for oversight and administration of leave of absence requests including Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Minnesota Paid Leave (MPL), and other related leave of absence requests including absences related to disability, worker's compensation, and leave accommodations. This position is responsible for compliance with and integration of State and Federal leave policies, laws and collective bargaining contract and plan language into their daily work. The person in this position serves as the main agency resource to advise both supervisors and employees on leaves of absence and related benefits and coordinates other information related to the leave planning process. This position also serves as a Designated Department Insurance Representative (DDIR) for DEED and processes personnel transactions. This position requires a solutions and relationship-driven approach by actively partnering with leaders, employees, Human Resources (HR) team members, and other stakeholders dedicated to fulfilling DEED's mission to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone. This position is telework eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed 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. One (1) year of experience in Human Resources or a related field which demonstrates interpreting and applying criteria related to Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and other leaves of absence, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Workers Compensation, or any and other forms of employee benefits or claims. Applicants that meet the above minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following:
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Requirements A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Connect 700 Program To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Talent Acquisition at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . Veterans To be considered with Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application and submit a copy of your DD-214 form and other required documentation to talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us by the closing date. Recently Separated Veterans (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. Certain Disabled Veterans : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis. See the above links for criteria and eligibility. Current State Employees
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Amber Yang at amber.yang@state.mn.us . Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
Benefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well. Your benefits may include:
Support to help you reach your career goals:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need. The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed. #LI-Hybrid | |
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