Job Title: Human Resources Specialist 2
Job ID: 91952
What you’ll be doing:
This posting is open only to current State of Minnesota employees who meet the minimum qualifications.
The Minnesota State Lottery is seeking a dynamic Human Resources (HR) Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor and resource for managers, supervisors, and employees. This position delivers comprehensive HR services including recruitment and selection, job classification and compensation, contract administration, and policy interpretation. The HR Business Partner also represents the HR Office on the agency’s Safety Committee and provides backup support for HR transactions, benefits administration, and special projects. Responsibilities include:
- Consult with managers on hiring strategies, minimum qualifications, and selection processes.
- Post vacancies, review applicant qualifications, and manage interview protocols.
- Provide salary recommendations and ensure compliance with internal equity and compensation guidelines.
- Represent the agency at job fairs and build relationships to attract diverse talent.
- Conduct job audits and job classification reviews.
- Prepare documentation for salary range assignments.
- Support affirmative action goals and targeted recruitment efforts.
- Generate and analyze HR reports using Crystal, OBIEE, and other tools.
- Provide lead work direction to HR Technician and backup support for HR transactions, benefits administration and Worker’s Compensation.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job. To qualify, you must meet the following:
Two years of professional human resources staffing experience (e.g., Human Resources Specialist 1) with emphasis on: Job evaluation and job classification, recruitment and selection activities, including developing and/or applying assessment criteria such as minimum and preferred qualifications, and providing analysis for compensation decisions.
***A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field may substitute for one year of the required human resources experience described above. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following criteria:
- Advanced knowledge of HR principles, policies, and procedures in recruitment and selection, job classification, compensation, and affirmative action.
- Experience interpreting and applying collective bargaining agreements and employment laws.
- Proficiency with State of MN HRIS systems (SEMA4/PeopleSoft and Recruiting Solutions).
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently under limited supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Public sector human resources experience
- Experience with workers’ compensation processes
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Knowledge and experience with State of Minnesota job classification analysis
- Experience working in a union environment
- Familiarity with workplace safety practices and compliance
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
The Minnesota State Lottery will conduct a criminal background check and fingerprint check at the time of job offer for all prospective new employees. The Minnesota State Lottery cannot hire any person who's been convicted of a felony or a crime involving fraud or misrepresentation within five years of employment or who's ever been convicted of a gambling-related offense.
In addition, the Minnesota State Lottery will perform the following background checks:
- Employment Reference Checks (includes review of personnel file for current and former State of Minnesota employees)
- SEMA4 Records Check (for current and former State of Minnesota employees)
- Driver's License Records Verification
Posting Dates: 02/05/26 through 02/12/26
