Date Posted: 10/26/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Managerial; Division/Unit: DCY
- Payroll / DCYF Management/Operations Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- 8:00am
- 5:00pm Days of Work: Monday
- Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $53.66
- $76.98 / hourly; $Bargaining Unit/Union: 220
- Manager/Unrep Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes Human Resources Director Human Resources Director 4 Children Youth & Families Dept The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify. 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 50% of time (This position requires working in the office 2-3 days per week.) Strategic HR leadership across multiple functional areas, such as recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, labor relations, employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, employee development, organizational effectiveness. Interpretation and application of employment laws, rules, policies, and collective bargaining agreements, including state and federal requirements related to civil service, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and other employment practices. Executive partnership and stakeholder engagement, including the ability to advise senior leaders, collaborate with labor organizations and employee representatives,



and build effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders. Leadership through organizational change and complex issues, including the ability to assess organizational needs, develop practical solutions, manage competing priorities, and lead the implementation of HR strategies that support the agency’s mission and workforce goals. Using judgment, negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution skills, with demonstrated ability to address complex and sensitive employee and organizational issues with discretion, fairness, and strong analytical, and communication skills, including the ability to interpret and communicate budget related information, use data to inform decisions, and communicate complex HR matters. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain the delegations of authority required by Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) to perform delegated human resources functions in areas including compensation, classification, selection, and labor relations. State of MN and/or Public sector HR leadership experience. Experience working with programs that serve diverse communities and developing materials to communicate to diverse audiences. Experience building and scaling organizational systems, processes, and infrastructure in an organization undergoing transformation. Proven ability to create HR operational frameworks from the ground up while navigating fast-paced, high‑pressure environment.



Experience creating and implementing foundational human resources programs, policies, and processes in a newly formed or significantly changing organization. Experience leading systems, change initiatives and building effective partnerships within an organization to inform and sustain those changes 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: Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees 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 you family be well. Paid vacation and sick leave 12 paid holidays each year Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans 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 career development Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit th

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