Flexible Workplace

This position is identified under the designation of ‘flex work eligible’, meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county’s flexible workplace policy. To view Ramsey County’s Flexible Workplace policy, go to: Flexible Workplace policy (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).

If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: All essential functions listed above as well as the assigned area.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:   Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, Communications, or a related area.

Experience:   Four years of human resources, business administration, or related experience.

Substitution:  Any equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Certifications/Licensure:  None.

Preferred: Public sector experience; experience working in a union environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of Ramsey County Personnel Act and Rules, union contracts and applicable state and federal laws. 
• Knowledge of standard principles, methods and techniques of employment testing, classification and compensation, disability and leave of absence management, workers compensation management, benefits management, labor relations, performance management, occupational health and safety management and benefit/insurance administration as related to the area to which assigned. 
• Knowledge of county governmental structure. 
• Knowledge of statistical concepts and methods. 
• Knowledge of HRIS systems as related to the area to which assigned.
• Skill in facilitating a group problem solving process, managing conflict and negotiating satisfactory outcomes.
• Skill in gathering, analyzing and organizing information, conducting comparative analyses and making clear recommendations around human resources requirements.
• Skill in prioritizing and managing several complex projects simultaneously.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing. 
• Ability to interact effectively with department managers, employees, applicants, the general public and employee or applicant representatives. 
• Ability to train professional staff, direct their work and supervise technical human resources practices and procedures.
• Ability to provide effective work direction and feedback to employees and maintain a positive working environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as lead a team.
• Ability to identify issues and trends in human resources.
• Ability to work under strict and multiple deadlines.

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Human Resources Business Partner will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating.  The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely.  Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List:  The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Human Resources Business Partner. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 1 month or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list.

Veteran's Preference:  This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process.  Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process.  Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks:  All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation:  Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (Download PDF reader). You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact [email protected]

To apply click Human Resources Supervisor, Talent Acquisition