Jobs
Ramsey County employs nearly 4,000 people in full and part-time positions in a variety of fields related to Health and Wellness, Safety and Justice, Information and Public Records, Economic Growth and Community Investment and more.
We welcome all applicants — you do not need to be a county resident to apply.
Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, public assistance or national origin.
Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.
Virtual interviews
Skype or other video conferencing software or phones may be used to conduct job interviews.
COVID-19 information and resources
Career training programs
Hiring process
How to apply
- Go to the list of current positions available in our jobs portal.
- Click on the job title from the list.
- Select ‘apply’.
- First time users set up a user name and password and complete a profile. Be sure to save this login information for future access.
Additional information
- Ramsey County sends all notices during the screening and examination process via email only.
- All applications must be received by the posted closing date and time.
- Positions with a continuous posting close date can close without notice.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.
- Include relevant education and experience.
- The most recent application will be used if an applicant has applied multiple times for the same position.
- A criminal background check is conducted after a conditional offer is made and accepted.
- You can check your application status by logging into our jobs portal.
- If you need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources.
- A self-service computer is available to complete an application in the Human Resources office, located in Metro Square.
- For technical support, contact governmentjobs.com or call 1-855-524-5627 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Veterans' preference
Ramsey County awards veterans' preference points to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans in accordance with Minnesota State Statute 197.447.
Eligibility
- You must be a United States citizen or a resident alien.
- You have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces for the United States.
- You have service on active duty for 181 consecutive dates or by reason of disability incurred while on active duty, or for a full period ordered to active duty, or have separated by reason of disability incurred while service on active duty.
- You are the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran.
Veterans must:
- Complete an application form for the position you are applying for.
- Provide a legible copy of a DD214 Discharge Form.
- Provide a legible copy of Form FL-802 or equivalent letter from Veterans Administration, if you are claiming disabled status.
All forms must be submitted by the job closing date via mail, hand delivery or fax:
Ramsey County Human Resources
2100 Metro Square
121 East 7th Place
Saint Paul, MN 55101
Fax: 651-266-2727
Reasonable accommodation
If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to actively participate in the employment process, please call 612-266-2700 or email [email protected].
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Related Resources
- Paper application (PDF)
- Personnel rules (PDF)
- County salaries (PDF)
- Workforce statistics