Salary : $86,909.94 - $130,364.92 Annually
Location : (RCGC WEST) Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Social Services
Division: AS/ADS/Vendor Liaisons
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Union: Ramsey County Supervisors Association
FLSA Status: nonexempt

Position Summary

Ramsey County has openings for Social Worker Principal positions. An eligibility list established through this recruitment may also be used to fill additional vacancies within the department or other county departments.

Opportunities are in:

• Aging and Disability Services For more information about this position click here

To supervise and direct the work of a unit in the Social Services Department that provides social services within a designated program or specialty area; to plan, organize, assign, schedule, monitor, coordinate and evaluate the work of unit members; to provide training and guidance; to provide diagnostic and consultative services within the specialty area; to assist Human Service Managers in program, policy and procedural development; and to perform related duties as assigned.
Examples of Work Performed

1. Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
2. Supervise the work of social workers, case aides and clerical staff in a Social Service work unit by hiring staff, assigning cases, evaluating work performance and providing guidance for development; ensuring staff compliance with federal, state and local departmental laws, policies, procedures and regulations; conducting case consultations and unit meetings with social workers to monitor service delivery and resolve problems; recommending and administering disciplinary action; and otherwise supervising unit activities
3. Maintain liaison with representatives of public and private social service agencies; represent the unit or department in committee assignments, in interactions with community groups and in public speaking engagements.
4. Collect and analyze unit data to monitor trends and developments relating to client and program needs, resource availability and staffing needs; recommend program priorities to the Human Services Manager and set priorities, goals and standards for the unit.
5. Receive and respond to complaints or informational requests from clients, officials and the public.
6. Recommend legal actions to the courts regarding client cases.
7. Develop recommendations for review by Division director or Department Director on methods for implementation of changes in federal, state or local laws, regulations and policies affecting target population served.
8. Plan, develop and present informational or training sessions to unit staff.
9. Review and make recommendations on the impact of specific legislation, and serve on DHS rule-making committees as directed.
10. Assist in interpreting laws, policies, rules and regulations.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work 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.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in a social/behavioral science, or equivalent; and any combination of 23 credits or 230 continuing education hours in fields relating to social work.

Experience: Six years of social work experience or equivalent.

Substitution: Experience as a Ramsey County Case Aide Senior may substitute for general social work experience on the basis that two years of Case Aide Senior experience equals one year of general social work experience. A maximum of six years of Ramsey County Case Aide Senior experience can be substituted for general social work experience.

A Master's Degree in Social Work may substitute for two years of the experience requirement.

Certifications/Licensure: None.

Exam/Screening Process Information
The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Social Worker Principal 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" do not cut and paste resume 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 eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Social Worker Principal. The 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 three 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. The names of all applicants who pass the examination with a score of 60 or higher will be forwarded to the department for further consideration.

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.

To print a paper application for this posting click You will need to print off this posting and also answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them if you complete a 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 2026 benefits, visit:
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*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.

• Yes
• No

02

*Please select the option that best applies to you if you have completed or are currently participating in any of the following Public Sector Partnership Programs at Ramsey County.

• HIRED Partnership Program
• Project for Pride in Living (PPL) Partnership Program
• Ramsey County Workforce Solutions
• Ramsey County Internship (including Right Track Plus)
• Fellowship at Ramsey County
• Limited-Duration Assignment at Ramsey County
• Provisional Assignment at Ramsey County
• Temporary Opportunity at Ramsey County
• Work Experience Program (e.g., Young Adult Career Academy)
• Job Shadow Experience at Ramsey County
• No, I have not participated in any of the above

03

Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a social/behavioral science? PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR DEGREE MUST BE COMPLETED BY THECLOSE OF THIS POSTING.

• Yes
• No

04

Pleas indicate completed degree(s). State the name of the institution, the field of study, and the month and year of graduation. If this does notapply, please type "N/A" in the space below.
05

Do you have 6 years (full-time equivalent) of social work experience?

• Yes
• N