Job Opportunities

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.

We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.

It takes us all working together.

Nature of Work
The HR Business Partner performs mid-level, professional work, providing consultative support to management. Duties include employee relations and performance management; implementing recruitment and selection strategies; providing assistance and/or support in various HR functions such as staff development, HR policies, job classifications, and labor relations.

Starting salary is $85,306 to $100,361 with advancement to $125,451.

The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment. 

*Serve as a business partner by providing consultative services in the area of human resources and organizational development.

• Provide advice to supervisors regarding employee relations issues and effective practices; act as a liaison between management and employee/employee representative; consult with employees and/or their representatives to identify and resolve problems and issues; assist in developing employee relations program policies and procedures.
• At the direction of the Director of Human Resources, initiate and/or conduct employee investigations and ensures a fair resolution of employee relations issues.
• Provide effective coaching, mentoring, and counseling to leaders on various topics; draft and review counseling memos, employee corrective action documents, proposed disciplinary action letters and performance evaluation documentation.

• Review and edit position descriptions to ensure accurate information; look for opportunities to create consistencies in position descriptions between like and similar positions across the City. 
• Research organizational policies and best practices as requested. 
• Assist in employee development trainings/initiatives in areas of HR expertise. 
• Provide guidance to supervisors and employees on interpretation and application of City policies and general HR-related questions. 
• Assist the HR business partners and supervisors in organizing and preparing materials for sensitive employment and labor relations matters. 
• Perform support activities for Civil Service Commissions as needed. 
• Lead or assist in projects, team objectives, work goals or initiatives as assigned.

• Maintain effective relationships by meeting regularly with HR business partners and supervisors to understand departmental ongoing talent needs and objectives. 
• Identify and recommend modern recruitment strategies to identify potential job candidates.
• Coordinate and attend job fairs and recruitment related events. 
• Develop relationships with various community and professional organizations. 
• Design professional vacancy announcements. 
• Advertise positions through various sources including, but not limited to: social media, web-based recruitment boards, colleges and universities, trade schools, professional organizations, and community groups. 

• Score applications in compliance with the Veteran's Preference Act; add application points for qualified applicants, as applicable. 
• Research and develop competency-based selection tools, including but not limited to written and performance tests, interviews and assessment processes and rating tools. 
• Facilitate or participate on in-person interview panels. 
• Develop structured interview questionnaires utilizing behavioral/competency-based interviewing techniques. 
• Ensure all selection activities are in compliance with federal, state, and regulatory requirements. 
• Assist eligible candidates with relocation benefits, travel arrangements, and expense reimbursements.

Education and Experience
A Bachelor's degree in human resources, industrial relations, public administration, business, or a related field and at least four years of human resource generalist experience.

OR 

An equivalent combination of education to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be substituted for the required amount of experience.

Licenses and/or Certifications
Valid driver's license

Desirable Qualifications
SPHR/PHR or IPMA HR certifications; experience working in a public entity such as a city, county, or school district.
Work experience with labor relations.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
 
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary to Light Work: Exerting up to 10 to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.   If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
 
Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
 
Continuous demands: sitting, fine dexterity
Frequent demands: standing, walking
Occasional demands: bending, kneeling, lifting, reaching; pushing/pulling, climbing
 
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing and touch
 
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include: NONE (not substantially exposed to environmental conditions)

Apply at: www.rochestermn.gov/employment

Olmsted County has earned the 2023 Best Places to Work - Southeast Minnesota designation.

Expected starting salary is $25.65 to $34.25.  Full salary range is $25.65 to $42.85.  

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources or related field.

OR

Associate's degree from an accredited college in human resources or related field and two (2) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.

OR

A combination of education and experience equivalent to four (4) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, performs a variety of general Human Resources (HR) duties including recruitment, leave administration, updating Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and records management. Supports the needs of assigned departments and provides quality customer service. May be assigned special projects or other work functions.

• Administers the leave-of-absence process and adheres to applicable federal and state regulations as well as County policies and procedures
• Updates employee data in HRIS system including performance increases, deductions and maintenance changes, maintains employee data in the time system and completes employment verifications
• Serves as first point of contact for assigned departments and provides support related to benefits, payroll and personnel processes
• Assists departments in the recruitment of employees by creating job postings, advertisements, supplemental questions and rating forms; communicates with applicants on the status of the process; may participate on panel interviews
• Processes benefit changes (i.e. - birth, divorce, address change, and new employee setup)
• Collaborates with other HR staff on various projects, serves as back-up to other HR Representatives
• Assists with open enrollment including paperwork preparation, meeting with employees and follow-up
• Interprets and communicates HR policies
• Initiates and implements the County's interactive Americans with Disabilities (ADA) process
• Completes other activities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Broad knowledge of human resources functions and federal, state and local regulations regarding public sector employment
• Knowledge of the principles of payroll, benefits and personnel
• Knowledge of insurance, pension and benefit record keeping practices and terminology
• Knowledge of office procedures and practices
• Working knowledge of departmental functions
• Skill in the use of basic business math
• Skill in the use of computers and technology
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and take responsibility for daily workload and assignments
• Ability to perform detailed work rapidly and accurately while under time pressure and to remain flexible under changing priorities
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures and communicate this information in a clear, positive manner to employees
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of attention to detail

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:

An Equal Opportunity Employer