Job Details

Working Title: Classification Services Supervisor
Job Class: Human Resources Supervisor 4
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID: 96322
• 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: 08/14/2026
• Closing Date: 08/26/2026
• 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
• Salary Range: $38.83 - $55.93 / hourly; $81,077 - $116,781 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 217 - Confidential/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• 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.

Job Summary

The Classification Services Supervisor provides operational leadership for the Department of Human Services' classification program by directing the day-to-day administration of classification, organizational analysis, position management, and related compensation activities. Supervise professional classification staff and establish work plans, priorities, and quality standards that align with agency human resources strategic priorities while ensuring timely, consistent, equitable, and legally compliant classification services.

This individual serves as the principal operational advisor to managers, supervisors, and HR partners regarding classification processes, organizational design, job evaluation, position management, and related staffing matters. This role works to build collaborative partnerships across the Human Resources Office to integrate classification services with recruitment, workforce planning, labor relations, transactions, and compensation.

All DHS Leaders are expected to demonstrate and develop the six (6) competency themes from the Enterprise-wide Leader Competency Model:

• Leading Self
• Leading Others
• Leading the Organization
• Leading Outside the Organization
• Leading with DEAI
• Getting Work Done

Qualifications

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 and year for each job held.

Demonstrated leadership experience. Leadership experience can include:

• Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
• Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4);
• A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee
• (e.g. ERG) - Experience must include:
  • 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions
  • 100+ hours per year time commitment

AND

Four (4) years of work experience in Human Resources conducting formal job analysis and classification for a diverse mix of positions - spanning technical, professional, supervisory, and managerial levels, and making final decisions and recommendations on job classification.

All applicants must minimally meet these additional required qualifications:

• Knowledge of public sector human resources principles and practices, including classification, compensation, recruitment, selection, workforce planning, organizational analysis, and staffing processes sufficient to provide leadership and guidance within a complex state agency environment.
• Advanced knowledge of job evaluation principles, organizational analysis, job design, classification structures, and position management practices sufficient to oversee classification operations and advise managers on organizational and staffing decisions.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices sufficient to lead, develop, coach, and evaluate professional human resources staff.
• Skill in communicating complex human resources concepts clearly and effectively through written, verbal, and presentation formats.
• Skill in developing collaborative relationships, facilitating discussions, and influencing partners to achieve effective human resources outcomes.
• Critical thinking and strategic planning skills sufficient to analyze and evaluate complex information; research and evaluate alternatives; interpret and apply laws, rules, policies, collective bargaining agreements, and classification standards; and independently make sound decisions, resolve conflicts, and provide guidance on a variety of HR issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the State of Minnesota classification and compensation systems, policies, procedures, delegation requirements, and practices sufficient to oversee delegated classification and compensation activities and ensure consistent application of standards.
• Certification as a State of Minnesota Hay rater
• Experience conducting public sector job analysis/classification
• Experience leading class studies or broader occupational classification reviews
• Experience leading HR projects, process improvements, or change management initiatives
• Experience interpreting current employment laws, regulations, and policies related to classification, recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, and/or retention of employees
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

Application Details

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 [email protected] . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Kelly Zappia at [email protected] .

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 Daniel Thorp at [email protected] .