Human Resources Director

Job Details

Working Title: Human Resources Director
Job Class: Human Resources Supervisor 3
Agency: Public Employees Retire Assoc

• Job ID: 88785
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/14/2025
• Closing Date: 11/24/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Employees Retire Assoc / PERA-Confidential
• Division/Unit: Payroll / Executive Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $33.61 - $48.66 / hourly; $70,177 - $101,602 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

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.

Job Summary

This position was previously posted 09/10/2025 - 09/23/2025. Applicants that previously applied do not need to apply again to be considered. The Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) administers retirement plans for employees of Minnesota's local governments. Our mission is to promote sustainable retirement plans and provide services that our members value. PERA is located in St. Paul and offers parking in an attached ramp at no cost to employees.

As Human Resources Director, you will lead, direct, and perform Human Resource (HR) strategic and professional work by ensuring the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) is an employer of choice, with a welcoming, inclusive, respectful, and collaborative culture. As a strategic partner, you will develop and execute strategies that improve talent management including diversity, retention, and succession planning. You will provide agency wide human resources management leadership by managing the staffing and transactions functions so that candidate and employee experience is positive, and the important work of the agency is completed by productive and engaged employees.

As a state agency, this position oversees a broad range of human resources activities and provides professional human resources consulting, analysis, project leadership and training services to senior leadership, managers and supervisors and employees, with a high level of independence and exercises a high degree of initiative, influence and judgement. This position reports to and advises PERA's Executive Director and the PERA Board of Trustees, when necessary, as PERA leadership considers HR related issues and structure.

• This position is telework eligible and offers a hybrid work schedule which may include telework up to 50% of the scheduled workdays each month, based on agency and department needs and other dependencies. Scheduled in-office work days are at PERA's office building in St. Paul, Minnesota.
• Candidates located outside the state of Minnesota and more than 50 miles from PERA's St. Paul office are not eligible to telework and would be required to report to the office full-time.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

This position was previously posted 09/10/2025 - 09/23/2025. Applicants that previously applied do not need to apply again to be considered.

*Only applicants whose application and resume clearly demonstrates fulfillment of each minimum qualification listed below will be considered for this position. Ensure your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below. Also indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

This position requires a minimum of three (3) years of Human Resources experience and leadership experience, which can include experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead OR completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program such as Emerging Leaders Institute.

*A bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a closely related field substitutes for one (1) year of Human Resources experience.

Human Resources experience must include:

• Full-cycle recruitment and selection which may include administering examinations and assessments.
• Classification structures and job evaluation/analysis techniques applied to allocate positions to their proper classification level.
• Knowledge of personnel related laws and policies (e.g., Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Workers Compensation, Equal Employment Opportunity, or Affirmative Action).
• Experience analyzing, interpreting and applying employment laws and labor agreements; handling grievances and discipline; and creating and maintaining effective labor-management relationships.
• Ability to obtain and maintain delegation of authority for selection, classification, compensation, and labor relations from MMB.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing lead work or supervision to HR staff.
• Experience interpreting current employment laws, regulations, and policies related to classification, recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, and/or retention of employees.
• Experience developing and managing Affirmative Action plans.
• Experience with compensation program administration.
• Experience with Human Resources Information system (HRIS) administration and HR processing and using spreadsheets and reporting software to provide reports for HR and for agency management.
• Experience in a unionized environment.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of movement is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• Education Verification
• Driver's License Check

**The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Application Details

How to Apply

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 careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact PERA Human Resources at PERAHR@mnpera.org

Connect 700 Program

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 PERA Human Resources at PERAHR@mnpera.org

Veterans

To be considered for any Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. You must:

1. Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
2. Meet all of the RSV criteria.
3. Submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: PERAHR@mnpera.org

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you:

1. Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.
2. Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
3. Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
4. You must submit all documentation by the closing date to: PERAHR@mnpera.org

About Public Employees Retire Assoc

The Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) administers retirement plans for Minnesota public employees, serving over 440,000 individuals from 2,100 agencies. We pay monthly retirement benefits to more than 125,000 retirees, members with disabilities, and survivors. Discover your potential-work for PERA.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

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.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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 )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• 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 careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.

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