Working Title: Human Resources Director
Job Class: Human Resources Director 4
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
- Job ID: 97670
- 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: 10/26/2026
- Closing Date: 11/16/2026
- 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; $112,042 - $160,734 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.
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.
- Telework 50% of time (This position requires working in the office 2–3 days per week.
Join us in shaping the future of Minnesota’s children, youth, and families.
The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is seeking a creative, strategic, and mission driven Human Resources Director (HRD) to lead the agency’s human resources team and help shape the future of our workforce. We are looking for a leader who believes deeply in DCYF’s mission, vision, and values and brings innovative approaches to public sector human resources.
The HRD provides strategic leadership and oversight of comprehensive human resources services that support DCYF’s mission, priorities, and organizational goals. This position works closely with agency leadership to build a strong, responsive, and collaborative HR function that attracts, develops, and supports the talented people who serve Minnesota’s children, youth, families, and communities.
The HRD will provide leadership across all areas of human resources, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration, personnel and payroll transactions, labor relations, performance management, workforce planning, employee development and training, safety and wellness, and workers’ compensation. The HRD will ensure HR programs, policies, and practices are sound, equitable, innovative, and responsive to the evolving needs of the agency and its workforce.
This is an opportunity to build, lead, and shape an HR function within a new state agency - and to make a lasting impact on the workforce that makes DCYF’s mission possible.
Minimum Qualifications
- To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**
Responsibilities
Five (5) years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including senior level leadership or management responsibility. Experience must demonstrate the ability to lead and advise an organization on complex human resources matters and must include:
- 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.
Delegation of Authority
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.
Preferred Qualifications
- 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
- Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures
Additional Requirements
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:
- Reference check
- Criminal Background check
- Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
- Driver’s License Check
- Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees
- Additional assessment may be required during the interview process
DCYF anticipates conducting interviews during the week of November 30th
How To Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Tonika Shobe at tonika.shobe@state.mn.us or 651-539-8015.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Tonika Shobe at tonika.shobe@state.mn.us.
If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Children, Youth and Families ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DCYF ADA at ada.dcyf@state.mn.us.
About Children Youth & Families Dept
Our state depends on the success of Minnesota children, youth and families. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families puts children at the center of state government, creating a permanent state agency and commissioner focused on elevating children and families in policy and budget decisions.
This realigns state government to advance equitable outcomes for children, youth, and families through transformative, partnership-driven policies, programs and practices.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits
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 your family be well.
Your Benefits May Include
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- 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 professional developmentTuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
