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Working Title: Staffing Specialist
Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 1
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept

• Job ID: 91777
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes*
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/29/2026
• Closing Date: 02/11/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Confidential
• Division/Unit: DCY - Payroll / Human Resources Staffing
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift/8:00 am -4:30 pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $ $36.71 / hourly; $52,805 - $76,650 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

• Telework (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is a great place to start your human resources career while supporting a mission that positively impacts children, youth, and families across Minnesota. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience in core HR functions, opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, and exposure to a wide range of HR work. DCYF values professional growth, collaboration, and work-life balance, making it an ideal environment to build a strong foundation for a career in public service.

In the Staffing Specialist role, you will, under supervision, provide entry-level professional human resources services and technical support to supervisors, managers, employees, and HR staff across the agency. The position assists with a variety of human resource functions, including recruitment, selection, classification, and compensation. Primary responsibilities include supporting hiring managers and supervisors with vacancy fill activities, conducting routine job audits, and assisting with position allocation reviews and recommendations.

This position also supports more complex HR work by assisting higher-level HR staff, including providing support related to audit appeals and other classification or compensation reviews.

Minimum Qualifications

• To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**

Two (2) years' Staffing/Recruitment experience OR a bachelor's degree in human resources with one (1) year of Staffing/Recruitment experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience in recruitment, selection, compensation, equal opportunity principles and/or affirmative action concepts to evaluate and administer employee selection criteria and processes
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws related to recruitment
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous projects independently with multiple competing deadlines
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with sensitivity and discretion to resolve issues with varied and diverse clientele

Preferred Qualifications

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:

Reference check

Criminal Background check

Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

Driver's License Check

Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees

How To Apply
Additional assessment may be required during the interview process

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Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Luis Hernandez Cuate at luis.hernandez- or

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 Luis Hernandez Cuate at luis.hernandez-

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Children, Youth and Families ADA Coordinator at or¿DCYF ADA at

About Children Youth & Families Dept
Our state depends on the success of Minnesota children, youth and families. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families puts children at the center of state government, creating a permanent state agency and commissioner focused on elevating children and families in policy and budget decisions.

This realigns state government to advance equitable outcomes for children, youth, and families through transformative, partnership-driven policies, programs and practices.

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 )

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 or email and let us know the support you need.