JOB OPENING:

HUMAN RESOURCES REPRESENTATIVE
The Stanley Works, an S&P 500 Company, is a worldwide supplier of tools, hardware and security solutions for professional, industrial and consumer use. With over $4.5B in global sales, Stanley is viewed as a world leader in the marketplace. The Stanley LaBounty division is currently seeking a high-energy individual to fill the position of Human Resources Representative. This position is responsible for all hourly employment activity. Candidate will interact daily with plant employees and site leadership. Responsibilities include:

• Manage hourly employee relations issues and serve as liaison to the local Peer Review (EARP) program. Coach and counsel employees and managers in addressing interpersonal and behavioral challenges.
• Assist in the interpretation and application of company policy through effective guidance for managers and employees, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Drive hourly staffing activities including BrassRing management, candidate interviewing, pre-employment screening, and facilitation of new hire orientation and on-boarding activities.
• Coordinate local college relations efforts including campus recruiting events, plant tours/site visits, job shadowing opportunities, and partnership with student organizations.
• Lead hourly performance management and compensation processes, including annual wage survey administration and analysis.
• Manage Stanley benefits program locally, assisting with benefits-related questions and annual open enrollment process. Partner with corporate benefits team as necessary.
• Champion site communications plan by driving understanding of SFS2010 to the hourly associate level; maintaining the LCD communication screens, employee bulletin boards, Kaizen Wall of Fame; and WIN Award visibility.
• Participate in the Employee Activity Committee.
• Assist HR Manager with organizational development, planning and creation of HR processes to build organizational capability for the Division.
• Other projects as assigned.

Successful candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field, along with 1-3 years HR experience in a manufacturing facility with exposure to lean techniques. He/she must possess a working knowledge of employment law and industry best practices; be capable of influencing senior-level leaders to drive HR initiatives and have a proven track record of building strong relationships vertically and horizontally within an organization. Candidate must demonstrate advanced MS Office skills, possess excellent interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail and be results oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize.

How To Apply:

To apply, please visit www.stanleyworks.com, click on the "careers" link and search for requisition # 9846BR.

EOE M/F/D/V

JOB OPENING:

HUMAN RESOURCE ANALYST
Job Summary:
Performs a wide variety of professional analytical duties to support Human Resources activities such as cost analysis for labor contracts; analysis of new, modified, and integrated compensation and benefit programs; calculating premium adjustments, benefits costs, and other economic changes negotiated through the collective bargaining process. Responsibilities include: participating in a variety of special and on-going projects; compiling and monitoring human resource metrics for benchmarking; supporting organizational effectiveness initiative; supporting labor negotiations and administration of contract economics; researching, benchmarking and assembling data collected from a wide variety of sources and analyzing for appropriateness; compiling and interpreting data and preparing reports for ongoing Human Resource programs, including trend and outcome analysis; and participating in and conducting surveys on various topics. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.

Job Qualifications:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Management, Business Administration, or Finance. Over two years experience with cost/financial analysis and principles of data analysis methods.

EOE/AA

How To Apply:

To view posting and to apply, please visit our website at www.smdc.org

Contact:

Sandy Shea
Employment Specialist
SMDC Health System - Human Resources
218-786-4564 or 800-662-3455

JOB OPENING:

Posted Wednesday, July 2, 2008

BENEFITS REPRESENTATIVE
(Req ID: 3506BR)
Job Summary:
Performs a variety of duties to support administration of employee benefit plans to ensure compliance with plan documents and governmental regulations as assigned. Responsibilities include: Assisting employees with benefit plan enrollment, questions, and concerns; enrolling employees in benefit plans and verifying accuracy of information; processing and monitoring leave of absence information for compliance with FMLA; coordinating activities with third party administrators and vendors; auditing billings; preparing termination information on employees; and assisting with planning and coordination of open enrollment. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.

Job Qualifications:
Two year degree/diploma in Business Administration or related field and 1 year of experience in Benefits Administration or 2 years in other broad based human resources field. OR High School graduate or equivalent and 3 years of experience in Benefits Experience or 4 years in other broad based human resources field.

How To Apply:

To view posting and to apply, please visit our website at www.smdc.org

Contact:

Sandy Shea
Employment Specialist
SMDC Health System - Human Resources
218-786-4564 or 800-662-3455

JOB OPENING:

Posted Friday, June 27, 2008

PROFESSIONAL RECRUITER
Express Employment Professionals is an established recruiting firm in Northern MN looking for a self disciplined and highly motivated Recruiter to work in either their Grand Rapids or Duluth MN office.

The Recruiter will deliver HR solutions through direct hire and professional search services in their specific niche.

This candidate will be responsible for:

• Obtain new business and search assignments
• Understand the clients hiring needs and wishes
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with hiring managers, community organizations, and other team members for repeat business
• Develop and maintain a network of contacts for referral business
• Utilize on-line recruiting resources and in-house systems to identify and recruit the very best candidates
• Review resumes and credentials for appropriateness of skills, experience and knowledge in relation to position requirements
• Prescreens candidates. Create and present prescreening questions to hiring managers for approval
• Manages and coordinates all communication with candidates
• Prepares candidates for interviews
• Performs detailed reference checks
• Initiates and maintains excellent working relationships with the client

Job Requirements:

Technical recruiting experience is preferred.

National recruiting experience is a must.

How To Apply:

Contact:

Julie Weisgerber

Phone: 218-624-4142

Email: julie.weisgerber@expresspros.com

Fax: 218-624-4688

JOB OPENING:

Posted Friday, June 27, 2008

INSURANCE BENEFIT CLERK (PART-TIME)
ZMC Hotels is a national hotel management company associated with more than 30 hotels in 12 states and based out of Duluth. ZMC Hotels is looking for qualified candidates for a part time Insurance Benefits position. The Insurance Benefit Clerk would work on employee benefits records, internal reports, COBRA, insurance premiums, filing and other office tasks. This person would explain insurance benefits to the employees and assist with payroll functions. The position requires strong organizational, communication and computer skills. Must work independently while being detailed and accurate. Benefits experience helpful. To learn more about ZMC Hotels, visit www.zmchotels.com.

How To Apply:

Send cover letter and resume to:

Chris Dickenson
ZMC Hotels
525 S. Lake Avenue
Suite 405
Duluth, MN 55802

or to:

cdickenson@zmchotels.com

JOB OPENING:

Posted Wednesday, June 11, 2008

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Apply by:   July 25, 2008

Excellent opportunity for creative, motivated, and energetic individual to provide HR leadership to Murray County. Reports directly to the Board of Commissioners and acts as their liaison to department directors, employees and other groups.

• Administers HR policies, programs, and practices and recommends HR programs to the Board.
• Requires bachelor's degree, good communication skills, and ability to work independently with good organizational skills.
• Prefer experience in HR and work in the public sector.
• Full time, exempt, excellent benefits, and competitive salary commensurate with experience.

How To Apply:

Additional information may be obtained from Ronda at 507-836-6148 ext. 116 and/or www.murray-countymn.com. Send application and resume by July 25, 2008 to:

Human Resources Department
Murray County
Attn: Ronda
2858 Broadway Ave
Slayton, MN 56172

Equal Opportunity Employer

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