Human Resources Coordinator, Ramsey County

The Second Judicial District Human Resources Division is seeking a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and people-focused Human Resources Coordinator. The Second Judicial District is a forward-thinking and innovative district court, with a team of four HR professionals providing support to 33 judicial officers and just over 250 employees. The primary responsibilities of this position include onboarding/ offboarding duties, completing HR transactions and administering Leaves of Absences.

This position exercises considerable independent judgment and decision making and reports to the Second Judicial District Human Resources Supervisor. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a professional and fast-paced environment and communicating with employees, managers, judges, job applicants and members of the public. Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, with some flexibility for remote work, if preferred. On-site work at the Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 W. Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN, and other court locations within Ramsey County will be occasionally required.

Responsibilities

The following are examples of major duties expected of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Coordinates onboarding and off-boarding activities.
• Assists with biweekly payroll. 
• Administers employee leaves, FMLA, short-term and long-term leaves of absence. Collects and maintains confidential medical information. Answers employee and supervisor questions relating to leave policies.
• Updates employee records in the Branch’s HRIS with timeliness and accuracy.
• Answers employee questions regarding benefits and troubleshoots benefit related problems. Participates in statewide committees, workgroups, and task forces related to benefits programs. 
• Participates in statewide committees and workgroups focusing on onboarding, retention and HR transactions.
• Advises agency staff, supervisors and administration on human resources policies and procedures. Researches applicable employment laws and/or labor union contracts and provides guidance and/or advice in accordance with all applicable labor laws, rules, contracts, and guidelines.
• Maintains performance evaluation tracking system to ensure timely completion of performance evaluations.
• Promotes and serve as a resource for diversity initiatives.
• Provides assistance on various human resources projects.

Minimum Qualifications

The Minnesota Judicial Branch recognizes the diverse set of skills, strengths, and attributes that an individual may bring into a role. If you have any combination of the experience, training, and education required for this position, apply today!

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field and at least two years of experience in a Human Resources and/or Court Office or equivalent combination of experience and education.

   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, rules and procedures.   
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong proofreading, editing, and formatting skills.
• Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and make recommendations.  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making.   

Preferred Qualifications

• Recruitment and applicant tracking system experience.   
• Court or public sector experience.
• Leaves of Absence administration experience.
• Payroll experience.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting.

Physical Demands

Work is essentially sedentary and requires periods of extended computer use.

Rate of Pay

The expected hiring range for this position for external candidates is $29.42-$45.67/hour based on qualifications and experience.

ABOUT US

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB. We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth. 

Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Career Opportunities - State Court Administrator's Office. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources at 2ndHR@courts.state.mn.us. The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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Questions:

Please contact Human Resources at 2nddistrictHR@courts.state.mn.us with questions regarding this position.