Deputy Director - Housing Stability (Unclassified)

Full Job Description

The current vacancy is in the Housing Stability department.

This role will report to the Director of a department within the Economic Growth and Community Investment (EGCI) or Community Services and Supports (CSS) Service Team; manage and lead county efforts to develop and create a shared vision and process for economic growth and development that provides value to Ramsey County residents and is consistent with Ramsey County’s mission, vision and goals; assist with the overall vision, long-range strategic planning, leadership and direction of the EGCI or CSS Service Team; and to perform related duties as assigned.

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

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Requirements

1. Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
2. Provide leadership, vision and strategic direction, in support of and aligned with the Ramsey County mission, vision and goals. Assist with managing measurable program and service outcomes and oversee the development of continuous improvements and quality assurance measures.
3. Oversee the conduct of performance evaluations, training, and hiring, discipline and termination procedures as well as directly supervise management, professional, paraprofessional and support staff, as assigned.
4. Assist the Director in managing all department programs, services and operations in alignment with the county’s mission, vision, goals and values.
5. Assist in developing the budget, performance, and related reports.
6. Interpret policy, regulation, and manage complex project by planning and execution of initiatives.
7. Manage compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations policies, and procedures.
8. Prepare and present Requests for Board Action (RBAs) necessary to the county’s role in redevelopment projects and other economic initiatives.
9. Manage program staff and provide work direction as it relates to services of the department including allocation of public funds.
10. Promote efficient, effective and collaborative service delivery.
11. Assist in building partnerships with Ramsey County cities to achieve collaboration and inclusiveness that will advance regional interests; serve as a convener and connector, bringing a regional perspective and opportunities to share in EGCI work.
12. Lead interdepartmental efforts and proactively pursue participation in countywide initiatives as a member of the EGCI Service Team to improve county service integration, promote efficient, effective and collaborative service delivery and meet the strategic goals and objectives of the County.
13. Assist with planning, developing and financing new projects; oversee contract and development agreements, and negotiations with contractors.
14. Develop and draft Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and Requests For Proposal (RFPs) related to the county’s role in development and redevelopment projects, act as point person in the solicitation of proposals, manage the evaluation process for proposals, coordinate activities with review committees comprised of officials from other entities, and manage resulting contracts, professional consultants and contractors; as well as the negotiation and execution of contracts and agreements with business owners, private developers, financial institutions and other vendors, and monitor contracted service performance to ensure deliverables are in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.
15. Participate in the countywide Senior Management Team and perform other duties as assigned.

Housing Stability Deputy Director:

• Assist the department director and represent the county before the news media, elected officials, state and federal officials, local government officials, staff from other counties, and the community to present the county position on pending changes in laws, rules or regulations, to explain county policies and procedures and to negotiate satisfactory problem resolution.
• Assist the Director in providing strategic direction for homelessness services for the county and local partners. Assist building collaborative partnerships to support state, regional and local housing stability initiatives.
• Participate on an array of committees, boards and task forces to enhance housing stability programs and services impacting Ramsey County homeless residents and the region.
• Administer and direct the delivery of department services, ensuring high quality, culturally diverse and respectful services that provide equitable housing outcomes and meet the needs of the county’s residents on the behalf of the Department Director.
• Manage and oversee the selection of professional consultants and contractors, to ensure the delivery of effective emergency and housing continuum services in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.
• Manage program staff and provide work direction as it relates to services of the Department including allocation of public funds.

(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: All essential functions listed above as well as the assigned Deputy Director functional area, as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, human services, the social sciences or a related area.

Experience: Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in supervision, program management or a high-level administrative capacity, including a minimum of three years in the homelessness field, or a closely related field.

Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and related experience. Certifications/Licensure: None.

Additional Information

A resume and cover letter are required for your application to be considered.

Please describe the following in your attached cover letter:

• Describe your experience working with and/or leading community to build equitable and inclusive housing services and supports and explain what attracted you to a leadership role with Ramsey County’s Housing Stability Department.

• Describe your experience overseeing day-to-day operations within a housing stability or homelessness response system. How have you balanced urgent needs (such as crisis response, shelter capacity, or prevention) with consistency, compliance, and longer-term system improvement?

• Housing systems are constantly evolving due to funding shifts, policy changes, and emergent needs. Describe your experience leading staff and/or partners through a significant operational or policy change. How did you support implementation while maintaining trust, clarity, and momentum?

Applications will begin being reviewed the week of January 20, 2026.

This is an unclassified, at-will position. 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. Employment isn't guaranteed beyond the end of this assignment.

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, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, 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.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application. 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 Lindsey.Hunter@co.ramsey.mn.us.