Description

We are seeking a dynamic, customer focused individual to join our HR team in Duluth, MN. This position offers the opportunity to advance skills in various aspects of human resources, including:

• HR Information System (HRIS): Assist in processing transactions and maintain accurate 
• Training & Development: Assist in coordination of training needs, including managing registration process & updating training records.
• Administrative Support: Provide essential support to the HR team in daily operations.
• Employee Benefits: Assist with the coordination and administration of employee benefit programs.
• Recruitment and Staffing: Assist in recruitment and selection activities.
• Communication: Respond to inquiries from employees and candidates, ensuring a positive 

If you're looking to contribute to a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply! We anticipate conducting on-site interviews the week of March 30, 2026, and the selected candidate will start around late April 2026.

Why MnDOT?

We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
• Earn 13 days paid sick time
• Defined pension plan
• Paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave available
• Some telework may be available
• And more!

How to Apply: 

Please Apply Online by 3/9/2026:

Go to www.mn.gov/careers
Click “Search open positions”
Enter the Job Opening ID “92400” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”  
Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
Click “Apply for Job”
When prompted for your Referral Source, please list:  Professional Organization/Association - COMTO

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered. 

Contact for Additional Information:

Laura Saari, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist

Laura.Saari@state.mn.us

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: 

One (1) year of experience performing a variety of program support functions such as human resources or payroll that demonstrates the following:

• Experience processing human resources transactions in an HRIS system. 
• Reading comprehension sufficient to understand and correctly apply written material (e.g. collective bargaining agreements, personnel policies and procedures) to business processes.
• Computer software skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook) sufficient to prepare and/or edit reports, compile and review reports, create informational materials, create employee and applicant letters and memoranda, etc.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to perform basic math and statistical calculations sufficient to calculate salary, severance, vacation accrual, etc.