Supports for counties
The effectiveness of your county in serving its clients largely hinges on the quality of its workforce. A merit-based personnel administration system is designed to ensure that the processes for selecting and retaining employees yield a competent workforce that meets the needs of citizens. Additionally, merit principles communicate a clear message: all individuals have the opportunity to participate in government operations, provided they are qualified and willing.
Assistance with filling vacancies
- Steps and tips for filling vacancies
- Merit System Posting Guide
- Reviewing the applications and determining who to hire
- Current salary information (PDF)
Merit System reporting forms
- Report of Personnel Action, DHS-0852
- Probationary Evaluation, DHS-0857
- Separation Rating, DHS-0858
- Merit System Position Description Template DHS-0876
- EEO-AA Guidelines Annual Reporting form (DOC)
Merit Systems Operations Committee
Minn. Stat. § 256.012, subd. 3 provides that “The Commissioner shall ensure that participating counties are consulted regularly and offered the opportunity to provide input on the management of the Merit System to ensure effective use of resources and to monitor system performance.”
Merit System Operations Committee meetings are held quarterly. If you would like more information, please contact the Merit System Supervisor.
Questions?
Email the Merit Team at dhs.merit.system@state.mn.us.