ALLETE

Human Resources Analyst II - Business Partner

Duluth, MN

$65,000-$82,000

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

Employment Type:

ALLETE - Non-Union

FLSA Status:

Exempt

ALLETE is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, on beautiful Lake Superior, and has operations throughout the United States. We invest in energy-centric businesses and transmission infrastructure. Our companies include clean-energy producers and developers, and regulated utilities that already deliver more than 50% renewable energy. Each of our businesses—Minnesota Power; Superior Water, Light & Power; ALLETE Clean Energy; New Energy Equity; ALLETE Renewable Resources; and BNI Energy—plays a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

ALLETE is seeking a Human Resource Analyst II - Business Partner who will serve as a strategic partner to our leaders and teams, driving HR initiatives that align with business objectives while acting as the primary point of contact for the HRBP team on complex employee and labor relations matters. As an HRBP, you will provide guidance and support to leadership across the organization to ensure a fair and consistent approach, including conducting employment investigations, collaborating on performance issues, assisting with grievance resolution, and representing the company in unemployment hearings, federal mediation, and arbitration proceedings. This role requires a proactive, people-focused professional who can navigate complex challenges, handle sensitive situations including disciplinary actions and terminations, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Design, implement, and administer human resources programs in one or more areas; i.e. employment, compensation, benefits, benefits accounting, training, employee relations.

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Complete and analyze surveys related to human resources programs, policies, and practices.

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Establish and maintain internal/external working relationships to meet departmental and company goals

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Provide users (employees, retirees, supervisors, vendors) with timely, formal, and informal information as appropriate.

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Establish, maintain, and prepare employment-related records and information to meet company and regulatory requirements.

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Resolve employee-related concerns and complaints.

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Research, review, and make recommendations regarding human resources policies and practices.

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Choose and use appropriate technology to facilitate efficient use of departmental resources.

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Provide training to employees and supervisors on human resources issues.

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Complete administrative duties to support departmental activities and requirements.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

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Bachelor’s degree required

+ Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Accounting, Communications, Psychology or equivalent preferred. + Preferable to have course work in Human Resources management, management principles, and accounting or statistics.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

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Four years or more directly related experience required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

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Our balanced work routine offers the flexibility of hybrid work with the benefits of in-person collaboration. Team members are expected to be in the office between 3 to 5 days each week, ensuring productive team interaction and personal flexibility. This position will report to Duluth, MN.

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Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain positive working relationships.

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A valid driver's license is preferred.

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Background in Employee Labor Relations preferred.

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This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

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The expected annual compensation range for this position is $65,000 - $82,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.

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Compensation Incentive Program

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Retirement Benefits

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Medical, Dental & Vision Plan

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Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts

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Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits

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Paid Time Off

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Tuition Reimbursement

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Professional Development Opportunities

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Community Engagement, and more.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.

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