Salary : $66,164.80 - $106,121.60 AnnuallyLocation : (Metro Square) Saint Paul, MNJob Type: Full TimeRemote Employment: Flexible/HybridJob Number: 2024-01299Department: 50A01-CommCorr/AdminOpening Date: 12/30/2024Closing Date: 1/14/2025 11:59 PM CentralUnion: UnrepresentedFLSA Status: exemptBasic FunctionThe current vacancy is in the Community Corrections department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County. This position is in the administrative division of Community Corrections and will work within the Transformative Services Unit. To develop comprehensive long and short-range plans, projects and programs in the area to which assigned; to develop recommendations on policies, procedures, or services in response to specific issues, problems or disputes; to provide leadership and coordination of projects, procedures and plans in the area of specialization or department to which assigned; to review, services and programs to develop recommendations for service changes or to make budget recommendations; and to perform related duties as assigned. (This is the entry-level class in this class series. Experience at this level typically enables employees to acquire the proficiency of skill required for advancement to Planning Specialist 2.)Community Corrections Vacancy Planning Specialists in the Transformative Services Unit spend the majority of their time focused on the department's practice model, Effective Supervision Practices (ESP). These planning specialists focus on implementation, strategic planning, and actual training delivery of a variety of evidence-based practices. They have the opportunity to serve as a liaison to operations regarding all things related to ESP.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: If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with personnel rules (i.e., promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction).To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this job, go to Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job descriptions. Planning Specialist 1 Hourly Salary: $31.81 - $42.23Planning Specialist 2 Hourly Salary: $34.41 - $51.02 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.Coordinate, plan, and deliver evidence-based practices throughout the department.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 QualificationsMinimum Qualifications- Planning Specialist 1 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 to which assigned. Substitution: Any combination of education and experience that equates to eight years can be substituted for bachelor's degree and required experience. Certifications/Licensure: None. Minimum Qualifications- Planning Specialist 2 Education:Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social or Behavioral Sciences or related fieldExperience: Six years of experience in planning, service delivery, or a related function appropriate to the department assignedSubstitution:Any combination of education and experience that equates to ten years can be substituted for bachelor's degree and required experience Certifications/Licensure: None. Exam/Screening Process InformationThe examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:
- Training and Experience Rating = 100%
The examination for Planning Specialist 1 - 2 will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions - do not mark see resume or see work history as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.Eligible List: The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the Rule of 10 eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Planning Specialist 1 -2. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 2 months or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list.Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.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 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.To print a paper application for this posting click 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 Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
- Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
- MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered
- VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered
- Pre-tax Benefit Program
- Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan
- Paid time off
- Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
- 11 scheduled holidays and two floating holidays
- Up to eight weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
- Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
- Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay
- Retirement benefits
- Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
- New employees become vested after three years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
- Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
- Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation
- Transit and parking
- Fully funded Metropass.
- Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account
- Employee well-being
- Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
- Wellness programming
- Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions
- Life Insurance and Disability leave
- County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available
- Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
- Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period
- Career development
- Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
- Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
- County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues
For information about Ramsey County's 2025 benefits, visit: 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question.
Do not write see resume as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select yes if you have read and understand.
02 Have you completed or currently participating in any of the following Public Sector Partnership Programs at Ramsey County? Examples may include a program in partnership with HIRED, Project for Pride in Living (PPL), Ramsey County Workforce Solutions, or an internship (including Right Track Plus), fellowship, limited duration assignment, provisional assignment, temporary opportunity or participating in a work experience like the Young Adult Career Academy, or job shadow experience. Answer No if none of the above.
03 Do you have or have you ever held a professional license?
04 If you answered Yes to the previous question, please list the type of license(s) and the State or jurisdiction the license is or was held; also indicate the status of your license(s). If this does not apply to you, please write N/A in the space provided. 05 How many years of professional experience do you have working in a correctional facility or community-based services?
- I have no experience.
- I have less than 1 year.
- I have more than 1 year but less than 3 years.
- I have more than 3 years.
06 If you stated in the previous question that you have had experience working in a correctional or community based services please detail in the space provided when and where your experience(s) occurred. Detail the title you held, the place of employment and a few examples of work performed. If this does not apply to you write, NA 07 Select the options below that represent your skill and experience related to staff development. Select all that apply.
- Facilitation of large and small group processes.
- Deliver training of core correctional skills such as motivational interviewing, risk assessments, case planning, or cognitive behavioral programs.
- Design and develop training for adult learners.
- Experience in training, quality assurance and/or skills coaching activities related to evidence based correctional practices.
- Develop and make presentations to groups.
- I have no experience.
08 If you indicated in the previous question that you have experience relating to staff development, please indicate in the space provided below when and where your experience(s) occurred, the title (s) that your held and where you performed this work. If this does not apply to you then write, NA . 09 How many years of experience do you have working with Evidence Based Practices?
- I have no experience.
- I have less than 1 year of experience.
- I have more than 1 year but less than 3 years of experience.
- I have more than 3 years of experience.
10 Do you have experience as part of a team relating to a change process?
11 If you indicated in the previous question that you were part of a team related with a change process, detail the job title, place of employment, the type of project and detail the role you served and the end result. If this experience does not apply to you write, NA . 12 The work performed by a Planning Specialist requires daily interaction and problem solving with individuals from a variety of diverse cultural and ethnic populations. Describe your work, training, volunteer and/or life experiences that demonstrate your cultural awareness in working with persons of diverse populations. Indicate the nature of your interactions with individuals from communities or cultures other than your own. Required Question