Metro

Position Type: Human Resources

Location: Educational Service Center

Closing Date: Open until filled

Job Summary:  To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to the community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by ensuring the successful planning and implementation of human resources projects.

Lead/Responsible for projects:  Plan the project
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Define the scope of the project in collaboration with the Human Resources Leadership Team and other applicable departments.
Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project.
Determine best practices to ensure the most effective and efficient way to implement the project.
Develop a training plan to assure all stakeholders are appropriately trained at the optimal time.
Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project.
Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities.
Monitor the schedule and revise timelines and project tasks as needed.
Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion.
Develop plans for off-schedule and unanticipated eventualities.
Establish project deliverables.
Research applicable rules, laws and/or regulations.
Attend relevant meetings associated with projects (district, state, association).
Lead/Responsible for projects:  Implement the project
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Execute the project according to the project plan.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project tasks are completed effectively and efficiently.
Facilitate and troubleshoot problems associated with the project.
Respond to inquiries about the project.
Assist in developing departmental plans, goals, objectives, and procedures.
Develop forms and records to document project activities.
Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured.
Monitor the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project.
Establish a communication plan with communication narratives to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project.
Develop standard and ad hoc reports, templates, dashboards, scorecards and metrics using various systems to meet the needs of the district, stakeholders, state agencies, unions and outside sources.
Review and analyze reports prior to distribution to ensure the information is accurate and the correct level of access to data has been applied.
Meet with stakeholders to discuss and clarify requests for projects, highlight issues, and making recommendations to address issues and priorities.
Lead/Responsible for projects:  Ensure effective administration of the project
Tasks involved in fulfilling above duty/responsibility:

Develop audit data elements regularly and report results with recommendations.
Identify, investigate, research, document, report and resolve issues encountered.
Ensure compliance with data privacy guidelines.
Serve as primary contact for all federal, state and district compliance human resources’ reporting.
Complete all federal, state and district compliance reporting as required.
Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality.
Provide training, user manuals, and instruction as needed.
Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:

Basic knowledge of employment laws and practices.
Basic knowledge and experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other human resources programs.
General knowledge of labor contract law and principles.
Enhanced knowledge of school district organization, functions, operations, and jobs; understanding mission statement, goals, and philosophy as it impacts the support functions and responsibilities of human resource programs and services.
Enhanced knowledge of the operation and applications used in maintaining personnel files, records retention, record/file/database maintenance requirements, compliance reporting, and administrative requirements pertaining to human resource programs and objectives.
Enhanced knowledge of district administrative policies and procedures.
Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment and the Internet, including Excel and demonstrated skills in human resource information system (HRIS) database management and recordkeeping; ability to learn new computer program applications quickly.
Skilled in:

Excellent oral and written communication skills; business letter writing and report preparation.
Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills; ability to work collaboratively with others.
Evidence of practice with a high level of confidentiality.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to guide and direct projects, from planning through completion, in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
Ability to interpret and apply complex laws, rules, policies, regulations, and labor contract language.
Educational Requirements:

Associate’s Degree or a two-year college or technical school certification
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in human resources and/or employee benefits administration.

Salary Range:  $67,766 – $78,150 (effective with new contract 7/1/2023)
Work schedule: Hours: 8 hours per day, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, M-F, 260/261 days/year
Job type or FTE: Full-time
Bargaining unit: Salaried Professionals  – New contract will be uploaded to our website soon.

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.