Classification & Compensation Analyst - Human Resources Specialist 1, 2 or 3

Working Title: Classification & Compensation Analyst Job Class: Human Resources Specialist 2 Agency: Human Services Dept • Job ID: 96069 • Location: St. Paul • Telework Eligible: Yes • Full/Part Time: Full-Time • Regular/Temporary: Unlimited • Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers • Date Posted: 08/05/2026 • Closing Date: 08/17/2026 • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Confidential • Division/Unit: Operations / Human Resources • Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift • Days of Work: Monday - Friday • Travel Required: No • HR Specialist 1 Salary Range: $26.12 - $ 37.91 / hourly; $54,539 - $ 79,156 / annually • HR Specialist 2 Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually • HR Specialist 3 Salary Range: $31.81 - $46.96 / hourly; $66,419 - $98,052 / annually • Classified Status: Classified • Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep • FLSA Status: Nonexempt • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes This position is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework. The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. The work you'll do is more than just a job. 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. This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies Our team is growing! The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking additional Classification & Compensation Analysts to join our Human Resources Classification Team. This role supports DHS’s classification and compensation systems through job evaluations, strategic consultation, and workforce planning. You’ll be part of a team of skilled analysts and consultants who shape the agency’s workforce through thoughtful job evaluation, strategic insight, and classification expertise. In this role, you’ll help ensure fair, competitive, and well-aligned job classifications across the organization. What You’ll Do In this role, you will: • Conduct job evaluations and position audits to determine accurate and equitable classification • Write formal classification determinations • Contribute to job classification studies, Hay evaluations, and strategic workforce initiatives • Consult with managers and HR partners on classification strategy and workforce planning • Analyze organizational structures and evolving program needs to inform classification decisions What We’re Looking For • Expertise in research, analysis, and synthesizing complex information • Strong communication skills to explain job audit results and classification decisions • Ability to build collaborative relationships with managers and HR colleagues • Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and strategic alignment • Attention to detail to ensure classification decisions are well documented and supported Why This Role Matters This position plays a key role in supporting DHS’s mission: helping people meet their basic needs so they can live in dignity and achieve their highest potential. You’ll join a team that values fairness, transparency, and innovation — and takes pride in serving Minnesotans through meaningful public service. Minimum Qualifications Human Resources Specialist 1: To qualify at this level, applicants must meet one of the following: • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources (HR) or a closely related field AND • Experience applying HR analytical concepts through internships, short-term roles, or project work – especially involving recruitment, job analysis, classification, or organizational development, paired with analytical writing or strategic thinking OR • Two years HR support experience that includes exposure to job analysis, classification, or other analytical HR functions such as recruitment analytics, compensation support, workforce planning, or organizational development

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