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OAP: Class III-B – Adult Basic Education – Administrative Assistant

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Position Type:
Administrative Assistant/Clerical/Administrative Assistant

Location:
Adult Education Center

Job Summary:  Provide secretarial/clerical support to Adult Basic Education students, staff and community.

Responsibilities and tasks include:Meet and greet customers.
Answer and return phone calls.
Interact in a professional manner with students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences interested in enrolling in classes.
Provide administrative support in the form of typing, word processing, filing, duplicating materials, faxing, etc.
Provide administrative support in the form of supply ordering, timesheet processing, and room reservation processing and support.
Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
Provide outstanding customer service.
Minimum qualifications include:High school diploma or equivalent.
General clerical skills including word processing, updating databases, and experience creating and tracking information using Excel.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and the ability to help, serve, and exchange information.
Willingness to learn and use data management systems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Ability to work collaboratively with Adult Basic Education staff and customers as well as with building partners as needed.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:Extensive secretarial/clerical skills, including MS office software (i.e., MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook), Google applications and database maintenance.
Extensive skills in developing and maintaining record systems.
Knowledge of district policies and procedures, especially as they affect the general operation of the building.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of the materials and information disseminated daily.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing work environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
Ability to carry out job responsibilities independently, possess effective time management and organizational skills.
Preferred qualifications include:Fluent in Spanish, Hmong, or Vietnamese.
Comfortable working with diverse cultures.
Strong customer service skills and understanding of customer service theory.

Salary:  View salary grid on Page 10,Article 5, Section 1, and Classification, Page 11, Section 3 of the Osseo Administrative Professional (OAP) Contract.
Work schedule: Monday-Tuesday, 8:00-6:00; Wednesday-Thursday 8:00-4:30 and Friday 8:00-1:00 8 hrs/day, 260/261 days per year
Bargaining unit: Administrative Education Support Professionals (AESPs)

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Summer opportunities and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Director of Labor Relations

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Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Director

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
09/15/2025

Position Summary

The Director of Labor Relations, Human Resources, supports the district’s mission to inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to their community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by providing strategic leadership and oversight in assigned human resources functions. Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources and working in a shared leadership model with the Personnel Director, this position directs the development and implementation of personnel policies, benefits and compensation programs, and strategic planning initiatives. The Director negotiates the majority of the district’s labor/unit contracts and oversees the collective bargaining processes, grievance procedures, and compliance reporting. The Labor Relations Director also advises and supports district administrators in personnel and performance matters; supports staff development; oversees employee/labor relations, and other human resource programs and initiatives as delegated by the Executive Director.

 

Primary Responsibilities

Labor Relations: Oversees formal labor–management relations, including protected activities, unfair practices, union organizing, collective bargaining, and contract administration – 35%

Establishes and maintains effective labor–management relationships with system leaders and union/unit representatives.
Interprets and administers collective bargaining agreements and employee contracts.
Designs labor relations practices and strategies aligned with the district’s mission.
Coordinates Meet & Confer meetings, labor–management committees, task forces, and work groups.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Directs alternative dispute resolution processes and coordinates grievance procedures.
Collaborates with General Counsel and the Executive Director of Human Resources to resolve grievances and other labor issues, including arbitration.
Works with the Human Resources Leadership team and General Counsel on complex and sensitive employment matters.
Leads collective bargaining negotiations with multiple labor unions and associations, developing strategies and proposals in collaboration with Human Resources leadership, the School Board, Superintendent, Executive Finance Director, and legal counsel while ensuring adherence to financial parameters and organizational objectives.
Employee Services: Provides strategic oversight of employee engagement, benefits, and compensation operations – 35%

Provides strategic oversight of benefits and compensation plans for all employees.
Sets strategic direction for benefits and compensation to ensure best practices and effective resource use.
In collaboration with the HR leadership team, manages classification and compensation systems to ensure compliance with pay equity requirements.
Oversees benefits systems and remains current on regulations and best practices.
Benchmarks compensation, recommends changes to pay ranges and compensation structure in light of collective bargaining agreements.
Coordinates with Business Services and Payroll on compensation and records.
Directs insurance bid and RFP processes for benefits programs.
Manages relationships with insurance carriers, brokers, and third-party administrators, including audits.
Provides strategic oversight and collaboration on system wellness initiatives.
Develops programs to promote a positive and productive work environment.
Collaborate with HR Coordinator and key partners to plan and coordinate the Insurance Advisory Committee and Retirement Advisory Committee.
Hiring Manager Support: Supports hiring managers in policy enforcement, performance management, and employee/labor relations strategies – 15%

Provides consultation to hiring managers on policies, procedures, contracts, best HR practices, and compliance.
Conduct workplace investigations in compliance with applicable laws, policies, procedures, and district expectations for staff.
Advises managers on performance and disciplinary matters.
Develop and implement supervisor training and resources.
Identify labor relations trends and proactively implement strategies to ensure consistency and alignment with district goals.
Supports supervisors in implementing effective talent management strategies.
Strategic HR Leadership: Participates in strategic HR planning to align with the district’s mission and organizational needs – 15%

Contributes to development and implementation of HR strategic goals.
Ensures HR functions reflect the district’s vision, values, and culture.
Collaborates on department goals, objectives, and systems to provide mission-focused support.
Implements systems, policies, and practices to meet short- and long-term human capital needs.
Monitors and reports on progress toward strategic goals.
Leverages resources for change management, leadership development, succession planning, and employee growth.
Participates in professional development opportunities and system committees.
Collaborates with leadership, department heads, and community stakeholders to develop personnel policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives that align with long-term organizational goals.
Provides regular updates to the Executive Director of Human Resources, Superintendent and the School Board on negotiation progress, strategic planning outcomes, and emerging personnel matters.
Other Duties

As assigned by the Executive Director of Human Resources.
Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources/Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Educational Administration, or a related field.
Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, labor relations, and/or negotiations with substantial experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
Experience negotiating labor contracts.
Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Human Resources/Industrial Relations or related field.
SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification or equivalent senior-level certification.
Experience serving as lead negotiator of labor contracts.
Experience in a public school district.

Salary: Pay Grade 122, $152,633 to $177,817 annually
Job type: Full-time, 260/261 days per year
Bargaining unit: Directors and Confidential Managers
Benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability,  employee assistance program, PERA Pension and 403b (tax sheltered annuity) employer match program
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrates expertise in labor law as it relates to contract negotiations, contract interpretation, PELRA, NLRB rulings, grievance handling, and dispute resolution.
Skilled in collective bargaining strategies, techniques, and laws impacting employee and labor relations.
Proficient in interpreting and applying complex human resources laws, rules, and regulations that impact district operations.
Knowledgeable in current human resources principles, trends, and best practices, including recruitment and selection, compensation, benefits, employee/labor relations, performance management, and staff development.
Experienced in advising, consulting, and collaborating with managers on human resources policies, practices, and strategies.
Skilled in interviewing, investigations, and counseling techniques used in personnel administration.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships at all levels of the organization, address conflicts, and promote collaboration.
Demonstrates cultural competence and the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Experienced in supervising, delegating, and planning the work of departmental staff, fostering accountability and professional growth.
Skilled in planning, developing, and implementing personnel policies, programs, and initiatives within assigned areas of responsibility.
Knowledgeable about educational goals, systems, and philosophies, and their connection to human resources programs and services.
Demonstrates strategic leadership by developing and communicating a vision, aligning functions with the district’s mission and values, and driving change and innovation.
Fosters cross-departmental cooperation, builds trust, and establishes effective working relationships.
Exercises sound judgment by analyzing issues from multiple perspectives, anticipating short- and long-term impacts, and applying systems thinking.
Communicates effectively through public speaking, report writing, meeting facilitation, and active listening.
Focuses organizational efforts on high-priority objectives by establishing measurable goals, managing projects, improving processes, and holding staff accountable.
Applies business and technical expertise, including effective use of technology, data analysis, and resource management to maximize productivity.
Demonstrates adaptability, integrity, and accountability while pursuing ongoing personal and professional growth.
Maintains a calm and approachable presence, encouraging open communication, feedback, and collaboration.
Provides strong performance leadership by mentoring, coaching, conducting evaluations, and addressing performance concerns.
Champions exceptional customer service, ensuring high-quality service delivery to both internal and external stakeholders.
Work Environment and Physical Demands

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work involves frequent sitting, talking, hearing, and using hands to operate a computer and standard office equipment. The employee may occasionally stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Visual acuity is required for reading and preparing documents, viewing a computer screen, and performing administrative tasks with accuracy. The position may require occasional travel to school sites or district locations.

Work is performed in a standard office environment within a school or district administrative setting. The position involves minimal exposure to environmental hazards or physical risks. Tasks are performed in a climate-controlled space with access to necessary technology and resources. The role is deadline-driven and may involve managing multiple priorities and frequent interactions with staff, administrators, and community members. Occasional travel to individual schools or other sites within the district is required.

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Educational Equity Coordinator

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Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Coordinator

Location:
Educational Service Center

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by cultivating awareness and understanding of educational equity. The Educational Equity Coordinator will be responsible for: supervising Equity Teacher and Equity Specialist positions, creating targeted and differentiated equity-centered professional development and curricula for the district, extracting data at assigned school sites for coaching, and to distribute leadership with their Staff Development Assessment Specialist (SDAS) and Equity Specialist reports. The position requires strategic leadership and collaboration in the development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of instructional and systemic equity initiatives; serving as a liaison between administration, staff, and community; and identifying, creating and delivering professional development, training and coaching. The Coordinator will be responsible for the alignment of their year-long scope and sequence work with other DOEE Coordinators, departments and sites, as directed by the Director of Educational Equity.

Provide Strategic Leadership
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:Aligning function with mission and core values of the organization.
Developing, evaluating, and improving instructional and systemic equity initiatives through collaboration with: site leaders to identify, develop, and disseminate resources; Learning and Achievement staff during Program Improvement Process and curriculum and professional development; and school administration on the development of Site Improvement Plans.
Supervising a team of Equity Teacher and Equity Specialist positions, creating year-long scope and sequence for their aligned work, evaluating Equity Teacher and Equity Specialist positions during the year as part of managerial duties and supervisory role.
Acting as a leader in district initiatives and strategies and serving on task forces and committees to improve service delivery to students and families.
Extracting data via school improvement plan, data digs, and progress monitoring tools to ensure coherence in the teamwide scope and sequence for equity relevant and equity centered leadership.
Developing and communicating shared vision for areas of responsibility.
Provide Performance LeadershipDeveloping staff and/or individual capacity to apply technical/functional expertise for maximum impact.
Supporting the direct reports through coaching and differentiated support; creates a schedule for feedback and for observations that allow for clarity in roles in the team.
Recommending for employment and coordinating hiring for direct reports.
Providing supervision to direct reports, including formative feedback and timely performance evaluations and/or demonstrating attention to quality enhancement by improving efficiencies and effectiveness in recordkeeping, workflow and compliance.
Creating culturally relevant curricula to influence and impact classroom facing work that Equity Teacher and Equity Specialist manage, developing and cultivating partnerships within DLTL and other departments across the district whilst providing details in delegation and direction to team members.
Leading the work of others; delegating tasks and authority appropriately and/or establishing procedures to guide system and departmental work; monitoring and demonstrating effective decision-making strategies in order to meet project deadlines.
Demonstrate Management SkillsManaging department resources effectively and efficiently.
Developing strategic goals by analyzing initiative needs and resources (including budget, personnel, time, facilities, materials); researching and recommending resource allocation; and ensuring expenditures are appropriate and achieve assigned goals and tasks.
Planning, organizing, aligning, and supervising the work of equity staff at the district level to assist schools in improving student achievement.
Using pedagogical leadership skills to influence and impact classroom facing work that Equity Teacher and Equity Specialist manage, provides culturally relevant pedagogical feedback to staff to best meet the equity-centered data goals at designated sites.
Providing coordination and data driven collaborative action with a variety of departments responsible for closing the achievement gap;
Establishing fidelity and sustainability for initiatives by identifying and securing grant opportunities.
Ensuring compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
Applying effective decision-making processes to problems or situations.
Demonstrate Interpersonal SkillsExpressing ideas clearly in speaking and writing; communicating effectively in public.
Encouraging frequent, open communication; maintaining accessibility and visibility in the organization; inviting suggestions and feedback.
Leading professional development sessions and creating systems for learning and impact within the district at multiple levels.
Providing regular reports of findings, results, and recommendations to the Director and Assistant Superintendent of Equity and Achievement.
Providing systems level coaching to site leaders and equity leads to ensure fidelity and evidence of work.
Actively seeking alliances with state agencies, other school districts, and professional and community based organizations to advance our collective work.
Perceiving the needs and concerns of others and providing appropriate support; resolving conflicts; demonstrating cultural responsiveness.
Demonstrate ProfessionalismDemonstrating professional demeanor; maintaining confidentiality; representing the district in a positive manner; establishing and maintaining a positive image with sites and community, including attending local and State meetings and workshops related to family and community engagement.
Demonstrating commitment to own professional growth; remaining current with research and trends in family and community engagement.
Able to set aside personal bias and able to demonstrate strong professional communication with a positive influence on the department’s mission and vision.
Inspiring trust by demonstrating competence, reliability, sincerity, and caring, and demonstrating adaptability and flexibility.
Perform other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Master’s Degree preferred; or equivalent postgraduate coursework.

Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:Knowledge of Human- Centered Design Thinking tools for the purpose of empowering families and promoting equity, challenging assumptions and biases, and developing a collaborative decision-making process.
Knowledge and belief in the Osseo Area Schools mission, Racial Equity in Educational Achievement policy and core values.
Knowledge and skill in engaging multiple perspectives.
Required Work Experience in Addition to Formal Education/Training: Minimum of three or more continuous years of successful teaching experience required. An additional five years of experience collaboratively leading equity initiatives in an educational setting, trained/facilitated educators using data, created and implemented professional development, community organizing, and/or social service experience required.

Required Supervisory Experience: Two years of supervisory experience in a public school, non-profit or community-based organization or in another school leadership capacity.

Skill SetCommunicates effectively across diverse audiences and mediums
Facilitates training and meetings in both small and large group settings
Develops, monitors, and analyzes budgets
Manages projects, prioritizes tasks, and balances multiple demands
Understands policy and management implications of equity initiatives
Heart SetFosters a culture of equity and social justice within school communities
Demonstrates critical anti-racist thinking to reimagine family and community engagement
Engages meaningfully with diverse stakeholders, including families and community members
Holds space for multiple perspectives with professionalism and empathy
Exercises confidentiality with integrity
Positively influences others through relational leadership
Will SetExamines and applies new methods and approaches
Initiates action and provides strategic recommendations
Collaborates with school and district stakeholders
Operates independently with a strong sense of responsibility
Bargaining Group: Management Personnel I-M
Benefits: Per Contract
Contract: 260/261 Days
Salary Range: $132,133 – $158,559

Special Education Teacher

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • The licensed Special Education Teacher works closely with the district Individualized Student Services Team to support the development and implementation of the building/program’s special education service delivery model.
  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose

English Language Arts Teacher- Middle School

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Primary Responsibilities:

  • Actively encourage and embrace each member of the school community
  • Create a sense of support that fosters individual growth and pursuit of learning
  • Continually work to understand your own assumptions and biases and how they impact the learning environment
  • Make a commitment to value and manage cultural uniquenesses and adapt education to meet the needs of each student
  • Prepare students to meet “the next challenge” through fostering confidence that comes from adventurous exploration and rigorous academics
  • Develop a culture of trust where students, families, and staff are all reflected in decisions that shape the learning environment
  • Foster student agency in a way that allows and encourages students to make choices that personalize their learning journey
  • Build a day-to-day experience that leads students to their passion and purpose