Working Title: HR Technician
Job Class: Human Resources Technician 2
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
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Job ID: 95366
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Location: Montevideo
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Telework Eligible: Yes - Please note this position is telework eligible and required to work in-person for at least 50% of scheduled workdays each month.
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Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
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Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
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Date Posted: 07/09/2026
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Closing Date: 07/22/2026
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Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Montevideo-Confid
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Division/Unit: Department of Veterans Affairs / Human Resources
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Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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Days of Work: Monday - Friday
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Travel Required: No
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Salary Range: $24.84 - $34.84 / hourly; $51,865 - $72,745 / annually
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Classified Status: Classified
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Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
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FLSA Status: Nonexempt
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Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
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.
Come join our HR team at the Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) - Montevideo! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!
The HR Technician works in collaboration with the HR Business Partner to provide technical human resources services and assistance to job applicants and the employees of MVH - Montevideo in the areas of employee and position transaction processing; employee onboarding; benefits and leave administration; recruitment and vacancy-filling; and HR records filing and retention.
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Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Two (2) years of human resources (HR) experience that includes at least two of the following:
- Processing data in an HR information system (HRIS) or electronic applicant tracking system (ATS) sufficient to maintain accurate records
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Staffing/vacancy-filling support
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Advising managers, supervisors, and/or employees on various HR inquiries
- Benefits administration
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HR reporting sufficient to create, modify, and run electronic reports
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Maintaining HR records such as personnel, hiring, training and medical files
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Skills using an HRIS sufficient to review, enter and maintain employee and position information
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Skills in Microsoft Office suite of products (such as Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint) and Adobe Acrobat
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Organizational and prioritization skills sufficient to independently initiate and complete a variety of tasks
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Interpersonal and customer service skills sufficient to develop positive work relationships and provide accurate and timely service to employees, applicants and others
- Ability to understand, interpret, and apply collective bargaining agreements or company policy/handbook provisions
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More than two years of HR experience as described above
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Experience using an HRIS such as SEMA4 (Statewide Employee Management System) or similar PeopleSoft HRIS
- Experience interpreting and applying provisions of collective bargaining agreements
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Knowledge of state and federal employment law such as Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Minnesota Paid Leave and worker’s compensation
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Knowledge of data privacy practices and laws
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Knowledge of reporting tools such as Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE) or similar tools
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Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
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A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
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A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
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 [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about this position, contact Lacey Konkel at [email protected] or 952-378-5519.
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 Lacey Konkel at [email protected].
Per M.S. 43A.111, MDVA will give priority consideration to certain qualified disabled Veterans. To be considered, you must be included on a US armed forces permanent disability list with a disability rating of at least 30% or been rated by the US Department of Veterans Affairs as having a compensable service-connected disability of at least 30%. Official written documentation of this disability dated no more than one-year preceding the date of application must be submitted. Please email the documentation, your DD214, and the job posting ID number to Lacey Konkel at [email protected] no later than the job posting closing date.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
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Connection with their coworkers and communities
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth
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.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
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Diabetes care
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Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
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Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
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Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
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Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
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Training, classes, and professional development
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
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A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
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Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
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Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
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 [email protected] and let us know the support you need.
