Anoka County, Minnesota
Lead Hr Ms Specialist
The Anoka County Human Resources Department has an immediate opening for a Lead HRMS Specialist who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include overseeing the daily activities of a team responsible for maintaining the timeliness and accuracy of all county employee data in the HRMS and directing lower-level staff with administrative support questions. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of August 25th, 2025, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Salary: $74,214 to $89,065 ($35.68 to $42.82 per hour). 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214 to $103,896 ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more. Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities. This position will work at Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. Expected work hours are Monday
Friday 8:00 a.m.
4:30 p.m. Oversee the daily activities of a team responsible for maintaining the timeliness and accuracy of all county employee data in the HRMS and direct lower-level staff with administrative support questions. Oversee payroll processing to ensure accuracy of data, troubleshoot issues with employee and/or timesheet entries, and triage issues to appropriate subject matter expert for resolution. Elevate sustainable business/technical recommendations for approval. Work alongside the team performing complex reporting requests for departments and projects, day-to-day business operations, and state and federally required reporting. Ensure data used for compensation, payroll, and benefits is accurate data by performing audits and query generation. Process complex or highly sensitive human resources change requests, such as new hire entry, terminations, salary changes, and update data as necessary. Support the team with routine report generation, maintenance, and distribution for Human Resources and managing personnel. Lead problem solving teams to address issues and develop governance to handle data efficiently and in compliance with ethical and legal standards. Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group, and may act as a lead providing daily work direction and managing timeline of weekly activities depending on assignment. Requires a high school diploma and at least 6 years of job-related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Experience leading the daily activities of a team. Knowledge and understanding of secure and private data handling. Knowledge of employee benefits and leave management. Experience in database management. Problem solving skills with ability to analyze, troubleshoot and resolve issues. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to work independently. Standard office environment. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work. Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment. Occasional travel to other county work sites as needed. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The Anoka County Human Resources Department has an immediate opening for a Lead HRMS Specialist who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include overseeing the daily activities of a team responsible for maintaining the timeliness and accuracy of all county employee data in the HRMS and directing lower-level staff with administrative support questions. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of August 25th, 2025, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Salary: $74,214 to $89,065 ($35.68 to $42.82 per hour). 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214 to $103,896 ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more. Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities. This position will work at Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303. Expected work hours are Monday
Friday 8:00 a.m.
4:30 p.m. Oversee the daily activities of a team responsible for maintaining the timeliness and accuracy of all county employee data in the HRMS and direct lower-level staff with administrative support questions. Oversee payroll processing to ensure accuracy of data, troubleshoot issues with employee and/or timesheet entries, and triage issues to appropriate subject matter expert for resolution. Elevate sustainable business/technical recommendations for approval. Work alongside the team performing complex reporting requests for departments and projects, day-to-day business operations, and state and federally required reporting. Ensure data used for compensation, payroll, and benefits is accurate data by performing audits and query generation. Process complex or highly sensitive human resources change requests, such as new hire entry, terminations, salary changes, and update data as necessary. Support the team with routine report generation, maintenance, and distribution for Human Resources and managing personnel. Lead problem solving teams to address issues and develop governance to handle data efficiently and in compliance with ethical and legal standards. Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group, and may act as a lead providing daily work direction and managing timeline of weekly activities depending on assignment. Requires a high school diploma and at least 6 years of job-related experience. In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Experience leading the daily activities of a team. Knowledge and understanding of secure and private data handling. Knowledge of employee benefits and leave management. Experience in database management. Problem solving skills with ability to analyze, troubleshoot and resolve issues. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to work independently. Standard office environment. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades, and brightness. Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds. Assignments are sedentary, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities. Frequent wrist and finger manipulation to complete computer work. Occasional lifting of 10-20 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment. Occasional travel to other county work sites as needed. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.