Job Announcement Tuesday, February 26, 2019

A job announcement for Labor Commissioner for the State of North Dakota in Bismarck has been posted.

For more information, search for Job ID 3012624 at: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11000&

Job ID 3012624
At the State of North Dakota, our mission is to empower people, improve lives and inspire
success. To achieve this mission, the State of North Dakota has over 70 state agencies
which, along with the ND University System, employ approximately 15,000 team members.
Our talented workforce is committed to providing exceptional services to the citizens of North
Dakota. We make a difference, whether working to keep citizens safe, supporting the
vulnerable, educating our future leaders, serving as responsible stewards of our resources,
assisting with public policy and everything in between!
Summary of Work
The Commissioner administers the Department of Labor and Human Rights, which is
responsible for enforcing North Dakota’s wage and hour laws, discrimination laws, and
providing education and outreach to the public regarding these laws. The Commissioner
makes all final decisions on case matters and must interpret the laws and regulations
enforced by the Department.
The Commissioner is responsible for the administration of all aspects of the Department,
including leading and developing a qualified team, maintaining positive internal and external
relationships, preparing biannual budget proposals, drafting and administering policies and
procedures, as well as contributing to the Governor’s cabinet as a participant in cross-cutting
initiatives, and participating in legislative process as a representative of the executive branch
and expert in his/her field.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate possesses a law degree and is licensed to practice law, with eight or
more years of experience working with Human Resources and/or Labor & Employment law,
as well as five or more years of experience managing a team.
Application Procedures
Applicants must complete the online application, including a resume, and cover letter
providing details how your education, work experience, and skills qualify you for this position.
For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or
selection process contact HRMS at 701-328-3290, e-mail at recruiter@nd.gov, or TDD: 800-
643-3916.
ND Veteran’s Preference does not apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with
the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance
with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.