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Working Title:

Human Resources Coordinator - Human Resources Technician 1

Institution:

Saint Paul CollegeHuman Resources Technician 1

Bargaining Unit / Union:

207: AFSCME - Technical

City:

St. Paul

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$22.33 - $32.37

Job Description

 

Job Summary:

 

This position provides technical and transactional human resources support for Saint Paul College by administering recruitment, onboarding, leave, and separation processes; maintaining employee data in HR information systems; and ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements, personnel plans, and state and federal requirements. The HR Technician plays a key operational role in supporting employee leave administration by processing leave transactions, maintaining accurate leave records, coordinating documentation and timelines, and ensuring proper system entry and tracking for all leave types, including FMLA, Minnesota Paid Leave (MPL), and other contractual leaves. This work is performed in close partnership with the Director of HR Operations and requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to regulatory and contractual requirements. In addition, the HR Technician supports HR Business Partners and campus leaders by processing personnel actions, tracking recruitment and onboarding activities, supporting offboarding workflows, and maintaining the accuracy and integrity of employee records across multiple systems. By ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in HR transactions, data management, and employee lifecycle processes, this position supports the mission of the HR Department and Saint Paul College in attracting, onboarding, supporting, and retaining a high-quality workforce.

 

Job Duties:

 

• Recruitment Transactions & Onboarding Support for All Searches
• Support Leave Administration and Related Transactions in Partnership with Director of HR Operations.
• Manage HR Information Systems and Separation Transactions
• Data Reconciliation, Reporting, and Compliance Monitoring
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

 

 

Salary Range:

 

The salary range for this position is $22.33 - $31.44 hourly.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

• Ability to work with a variety of software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook sufficient to independently create and manage documents, files and spreadsheets.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations sufficient to correctly determine salaries, special payments and seniority dates.
• Demonstrated organizational skills showing the ability to prioritize work, independently initiate actions to meet deadlines, establish and maintain record keeping systems and complete all aspects of complex assignments under minimal supervision.
• Professional customer service and communication skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to customers on the phone or through written correspondence and maintain effective relationships with all customers.
• Experience working in a public sector, higher education, or nonprofit environment and demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

 

 

Preferred Qualification 

 

• Knowledge and experience working with an HRIS system.
• Basic knowledge of Federal and MN employment laws and MN personnel laws and rules sufficient to research & answer basic question.
• Knowledge of MN Data Practices Act sufficient to describe the differences in public and private information.
• Basic understanding of the contract provisions for MSCF, AFSCME, MAPE, MMA, Commissioner’s Plan, MnSCU Personnel Plan and Managerial Plan.

 

 

Other Requirements

 

 

Applicant resumes and cover letters should address the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position. If your skills match the required skill for this position, the department may contact you. Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous employers. Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visas at our institution. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. 

 

 

 

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

 

 

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

 

 

Telework (Yes/No)

 

 

Telework opportunities may be available for this position.

 

 

About

 

Saint Paul College was established in 1910, and we are proud to be honoring education for more than a century. SPC-Quick Facts  

Saint Paul College is committed to supporting diversity in all of its forms. Applicants representing diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We are recognized as a  Beyond the Yellow Ribbon  employer offering support for veteran and military students. We are a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. 

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Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

05-20-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

04-02-2026

Close Date:

04-10-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Aby Emiru

Posting Contact Email:

abyssinia.emiru@saintpaul.edu