Salary: $160,000.00 – $180,000.00 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00154
Job Classification: Human Resources
Opening Date: 06/21/2023
Job Description
Qualified candidates are asked to apply by July 19, 2023.
The League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) is dedicated to promoting excellence in local government. Founded in 1913, the League is the state’s largest and most comprehensive membership organization serving cities. The League is proud to support the elected and appointed officials and staff of its member cities through advocacy, education and training, policy development, and other services. Of the 855 cities in Minnesota, 837 are LMC members. League membership also includes 11 townships and 69 special districts.
LMC is seeking a collaborative, member-centric and results-oriented Human Resources Director who prioritizes the importance of a strong workplace culture through active employee engagement. This position at the League is not your traditional HR Director position. This is a high-level strategic position that is not only responsible for directing internal human resources programs but is also responsible for directing the human resources and benefits services provided to the League’s 800+ members. This position is a contributing member of the League’s leadership team and reports to the Executive Director. The Human Resources Director is responsible for the supervision of the Assistant HR Director and Human Resources Manager.
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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
There are many exciting opportunities and challenges ahead for the new HR Director of the League of Minnesota Cities, with the position not only leading internal HR enterprises but also providing premier service to member HR needs as well. This Human Resources Director leads an experienced and talented team of HR staff (total of 4.3 including the HR Director) and oversees the internal human resources function for over 110 FTE League employees.
Internal Opportunities – HR and Administration are actively engaged in an Employer of Choice project to look at all aspects of the employment relationship with an eye toward enhancing what is already a very successful work culture and competitive wage/benefit structure. Recent retirements in top leadership positions mean there are opportunities for the HR Director to play a significant role guiding organizational change for League staff. The HR team will also continue working towards elevating the foundational work in diversity, equity and inclusion efforts to make the League’s workplace one where everyone feels welcome and belongs.
External Opportunities – (member-based) challenges faced by the new HR Director in the shorter term include helping cities implement significant legislative changes to employment laws such as the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PMFL) act, earned sick and safe time, and substantial changes to the longstanding Public Employees Labor Relations Act. They also include providing tools and resources for cities to use in successfully recruiting and retaining staff in a tight labor market, as well as modernizing some of the HR resources for cities. Historically, the HR Director role has helped shape LMC policy committee work on important legislative matters to provide a unified voice on HR issues affecting cities. This duty includes analyzing legislative impacts and testifying on proposed legislation at the capitol.
These equally important internal and member facing HR roles will need HR Director candidates with proven strengths in collaboration, influence, innovation, and strategic thinking as well as highly effective and engaging communication skills. Join the League to make a huge impact in a premier membership association dedicated to promoting excellence in local government!
Compensation and Benefits
The staring salary for the new HR Director will be market competitive, with a starting salary range of $160,000 to $180,000, depending on qualifications. The position includes robust benefits such as inclusion in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA); vacation, sick leave, health, dental and life insurance (with a substantial employer contribution to either a Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account).
Desired Qualifications
The position requires the education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in human resources management, labor relations, business administration, public administration or a related area; and at least seven years of substantive professional experience in human resource management and labor relations, including at least five in the public sector. In addition, qualified candidates will have five years of supervisory experience at the level of a department director or equivalent and substantial knowledge of state and federal laws relating to HR and benefits. Qualified candidates will have the ability to travel in-state as needed and the ability to use windows-based word processing, e-mail, Internet, and presentation software.
Special Instructions
This position is open until filled; however, first review of resumes occurs on July 19, 2023.
Following the first review date, we will evaluate all applications against the criteria outlined in this brochure. For more information, please contact Patty Heminover at patty.heminover@bakertilly.com or by calling 651-968-7841.
LMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, national origin, political ideas, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Please consult the recruitment brochure for more information on the benefits available for this position.
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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
- Doctorate degree
02
Which of the following represents the sector in which you earned your professional experience?
- Municipal Government
- County Government
- State Government
- Federal Government
- United States Armed Forces
- Private Sector
- Other
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Which of the following best reflects your number of years of experience in human resources management and labor relations?
- 0 – 2 Years
- 3 – 4 Years
- 5 – 6 Years
- 7 – 9 Years
- 10+ Years
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Which of the following best represents the population size of the community you serve or most recently served?
- Under 20,000 Residents
- 20,001 – 50,000
- 50,001 – 100,000
- 100,001 – 300,000
- Over 300,000 Residents
- N/A
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Please enter any certifications you currently possess that are applicable to this position.
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