HR Associate

Are you someone who enjoys helping people, improving processes and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? The North Dakota Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is looking for an HR Associate who is resourceful, detail focused and energized by supporting a wide range of human resource (HR) work across multiple agencies.

As part of OMB's HR team, you will support recruitment, onboarding, HR systems, data management, compliance tasks and statewide programs. You will assist HR team members and hiring managers, respond to questions from applicants and team members, and help ensure our processes are accurate, consistent and service focused.

This role is perfect for someone who can see the big picture while still mastering the details. Someone who enjoys creating order, improving efficiency, and ensuring every interaction feels supported and professional. One day you might be posting job openings or preparing interview packets; the next, you may be updating HR system data, managing Shared Leave requests, or guiding a manager through onboarding steps. Your ability to build rapport, influence outcomes, and keep operations running smoothly will directly shape how HR services are delivered across state government.

What You'll Do

• You will help keep HR operations running effectively by:
• Supporting recruitment efforts by posting job announcements, screening and routing applicants and preparing interview materials.
• Coordinating background checks, job offers and new team member communications.
• Helping onboard new team members and facilitating New Employee Orientation.
• Maintaining accurate information in HR systems and supporting updates as needed.
• Tracking training attendance and course completions in Enterprise Learning Management (ELM) and assisting with scheduling classes and issuing certificates.
• Managing HR inboxes and phone lines and providing timely, helpful responses.
• Maintaining HR files and records, ensuring retention and compliance requirements are met.
• Assisting with the development and distribution of monthly newsletters.
• Serving as one of the primary administrators for the statewide Shared Leave Program.
• Helping identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve tools and enhance customer service.

What You Will Bring

We are looking for someone who is thoughtful, organized and eager to help others. You value accuracy, ask great questions and enjoy being part of a collaborative team.

• Experience in administrative support or customer service.
• Comfort working in multiple systems and learning new technology.
• Ability to interpret and follow processes, even when they are evolving or complex.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• A proactive, curious and adaptable mindset.

To be considered for this position, you must have at least two years of related work experience. A combination of education, training and experience that provides equivalent knowledge and skills will also be considered.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience working in HR, recruitment or data heavy administrative work.
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft, ELM or other HR information systems.
• Experience supporting multiple teams, customers or stakeholders.
• Interest in improving processes and creating order out of complexity.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At OMB, you'll join a team that values service, collaboration and continuous improvement. In this role, you will gain experience across the full HR lifecycle while working with multiple agencies and HR disciplines. You'll be part of a team focused on modernizing processes, improving workflows and increasing consistency statewide.

Join us at OMB and play a vital role in supporting the state's HR operations. Apply now to be a part of our dynamic team!

Compensation & Location

• Work Style: Remote in North Dakota (including the Fargo/Moorhead metro area and Grand Forks/East Grand Forks metro area) or onsite at the Capitol Complex in Bismarck, ND.
• Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (flexible schedule options available).
• Hiring Range: $22.00 - 26.00/hour

Get to Know Us

Learn more about our mission and vision at omb.nd.gov. To learn more on the HRMS team visit: Proud to be OMB | Human Resource Management Services - YouTube.

Ready to Apply?

• Submit your application and resume at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 PM CT on the closing date.
• Include details on how your background aligns with the role in your resume.
• A criminal background check is required for the selected candidate.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (No visa sponsorships provided.)
• ND Office of Management and Budget is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. We will use E-Verify to confirm your employment eligibility in the United States. Please visit the following website for additional information: E-Verify: Right to Work & E-Verify: Participation Poster.

Questions or Accommodations?
Contact Hannah Wolf, HR Operations & Digital Manager
hkwolf@nd.gov | (701) 328-4738
For tech issues, contact recruiter@nd.gov | (701) 328-3290

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The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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