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Planning Specialist (Unclassified Limited Duration)

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Planning Specialist (Unclassified Limited Duration)

Salary

$77,635.88 - $116,453.81 Annually

Location

(Ramsey County Courthouse) Saint Paul, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2025-00668

Department

County Attorney

Division

Juvenile/Clerical Staff

Opening Date

09/25/2025

Closing Date

10/8/2025 11:59 PM Central

Union

Unrepresented

FLSA Status

nonexempt

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Position Summary

This is an unclassified, limited duration position withing the Ramsey County Attorney's Office.

The Youth Justice & Wellness Division Youth Care Coordinator will collaborate with families, any identified victims, system partners and community-based service providers to improve outcomes for youth who have been abused or neglected and referred to the justice system. The coordinator will identify these youth and consult with families, attorneys, social workers, other system and community partners to develop a holistic care plan. The coordinator will then advise on operating goals and objectives for the community and system-based providers to address the needs of youth and their families. The coordinator will engage youth, parents, system partners and law enforcement to obtain formation and provide updates to partners and stakeholders. The coordinator will identify opportunities to enhance operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness and help youth reach their goals. Preferred candidates will have experience/knowledge in restorative practices, youth development, and/or working to help youth who are justice-involved to succeed in our community.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ramsey/classspecs) . Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Flexible Workplace

This position is identified under the designation of ‘flex work eligible’, meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county’s flexible workplace policy. To view Ramsey County’s Flexible Workplace policy, go to: Flexible Workplace policy.

Examples of Work Performed

+ Conduct studies, needs assessments and special projects to determine the need for and type of changes required in services in response to changes in the environment and make recommendations for departmental implementation.

+ Coordinate the work of county and applicable community groups to develop, implement plans and structures to carry out strategies and action steps.

+ Analyze trends, research data, and changes in laws, rules and regulations to determine impact on the county or department and make recommendations for response.

+ Participate with other staff in developing and implementing long and short range plans to address changing service needs, changes in legislation, and to respond to specific problem areas.

+ Coordinate with state and regional planning and implementation efforts related to the targeted population.

+ Develop recommendations to integrate and coordinate county efforts across departments to improve the response to the needs of the population.

+ Develop recommendations regarding the level and distribution of funding necessary to meet the needs of the target population.

+ Develop and implement targeted fundraising strategies to raise private and public non-county resources to help meet the needs of the target population.

+ Analyze evaluation data on services provided or purchased by the county or department for compliance with goals and objectives, and recommend corrective action where necessary.

+ Represent the county or department at community and government meetings to explain department policies, programs and services as they relate to a target population or specific projects, and to participate in problem-solving meetings.

+ Prepare plans, charts, reports, and other documents for use by other persons or groups affected by or involved in planning functions.

+ Analyze proposals submitted to the department for funding and make recommendations based on needs, appropriateness of service, and availability of funding.

+ Facilitate, on an ongoing basis, the work of a planning team of professionals from the operating departments or divisions to review problems and service needs to establish an appropriate course of action.

+ Prepare legislative proposals in response to the needs identified for a target population or in order to meet other needs identified to more effectively serve County residents.

+ Depending on department assignment, job responsibilities will vary.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social or Behavioral Sciences or related field.

Experience: Four years of experience in planning, service delivery, or a related function appropriate to the department assigned.

Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Certifications/Licensure: None.

Exam/Screening Process Information

This is an unclassified, at-will position, holding a confidential relation to the department head or elected official. This position requires an open screening and selection process. There is no exam for this unclassified, at-will, position. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for consideration. Please read below for further instructions.

Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:

Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board."

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 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, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, 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 to be 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.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Departments/Human%20Resources%20Dept/RAMSEY%20COUNTY%20EMPLOYMENT%20APPLICATION.pdf) . You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact [email protected]