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Metropolitan Council Senior Human Resources Manager-Occupational Health in 390 Robert St. N St. Paul, Minnesota
Senior Human Resources Manager-Occupational Health
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Senior Human Resources Manager-Occupational Health
Salary
$103,875.20 - $168,604.80 Annually
Location
390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN
Job Type
Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2024-00234
Division
Regional Administration
Department
HR Director-Admin
Opening Date
06/20/2024
Closing Date
7/11/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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WHO WE ARE
TheSenior Human Resources Manageris responsible for advancing strategic initiatives, leading the Metropolitan Council's Occupational Health function, including overseeing disability management, FMLA, reasonable accommodation, salary continuance, and 6 DOT and non-DOT Drug and Alcohol programs.
The Senior Manager reports to the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer and serves as a member of the Human Resources Leadership Team which provides direction for the Council's human resources function. The Senior Manager supervises 11 employees.
The Council's Human Resources Department provides leadership and guidance that fosters a work environment where engaged employees respect one another, have the skills and tools they need to succeed, are valued for their unique perspectives, and are partners in continuous improvement.
You can learn more about all the divisions that make up the Metropolitan Council and how the Council serves the Twin Cities regionhere (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/What-We-Do/Departments.aspx) .
What you would do in this job
Participate with HR Leadership and key organization stakeholders to identify strategic initiatives.
Identify and implement collaboration strategies to assess needs, build engagement, and share accountability for results.
Manage implementation of initiatives including project scope, budget, schedule, communication, measurement, and risk.
Provide direction, leadership, and support for the Occupational Health work unit in processing family medical leave, disability management, drug/alcohol testing, and parental leave.
Act as official designee for OH and personnel-related data requests.
Participate with HR Leadership in identifying needs to process improvement and strategies for communicating with Council employees.
Current areas of focus include integrating the principle of equity into HR policies and programs, and process improvement.
This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Any of the following combinations ofexperiencein project delivery, human resources, and/or leadership and completed education(degree field of study in human resources, organization development, psychology, public administration, employment law, or closely related field):
High school diploma/GED with eleven (11) years of experience including three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or management role.
Associate degree with nine (9) years of experience including three (3) years of experience in a supervisory management role.
Bachelor's degree or higher with seven (7) years of experience including three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or management role.
Desired Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
Management experience in a public sector work environment,
Familiarity with public sector HR practices including occupational health, drug and alcohol rules and regulations, ADA, and family or medical-related leaves.
PRH/SPHR
Experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environments.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of public sector human resource management
Strong knowledge of FMLA, drug and alcohol, ADA, and return to work rules, regulations, and processes.
Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies
Knowledge of project management tools and concepts
Knowledge of data analysis, identifying trends, reporting results, and basic statistical methods
Strong project management skills
Strong written and oral communication skills: ability to use collaboration software, ability to apply plain language principles
Group facilitation skills - ability to build consensus and motivate people from diverse backgrounds
Proven ability to prioritize, execute, and delegate tasks; respond to shifting priorities and mentor team members
Strong supervisory/management skills
Ability to travel between locations for meetings either via public transportation or car
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
Additional information
Union/Grade:Non-Represented/Grade K
FLSA: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Work Environment:
Work is performed in a standard office setting. This position may require travel between locations.
What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.
What steps the recruitment process involve:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check that verifies education, employment, and criminal history. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is a management job or is in the Human Resources department.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
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Employee Referral
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
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Which of the following best describes your education and experience as described in the Qualifications section of the posting?
High School Diploma/GED WITH eleven (11) years of experience in project management, human resources, or leadership.
Bachelor's degree or higher WITH seven (7) years of experience in project management, human resources, or leadership.
Associate degree WITH nine (9) years of experience in project management, human resources, or leadership.
None of the above
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Do you have at least three years of experience managing or supervising employees?
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Describe your HR management experience including the organizational structure of your direct reports, your responsibility for strategic planning, organizing resources, budgets and administration of a department or work unit.
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Do you have management experience in a multi-faceted public sector HR environment that includes multiple business lines and unions?
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No
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Please selected the areas below with which you have experience (select all that apply).
Disability Management including return to work and ADA interactive processes
FMLA program administration
D&A program administration
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If indicated in question #8, please describe your experience with disability management including return to work and ADA interactive processes. Please include your role.
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If indicated in question #8, please describe your FMLA program administration experience including the tools and concepts utilized.
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If indicated in question #8, please describe your experience with D&A program administration. Please describe your role.
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The Metropolitan Council values a workplace that is as diverse as the people we serve. Please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment. If you do not have this experience, indicate "N/A."
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Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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