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Open Positions
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Internal Job Opportunities
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Upcoming Career Fairs
Community Career Fairs
- CareerForce Career Connections Expo - 7/30/25 from 2-6pm onsite at the St. Charles Public Library
College Career Fairs
- Rochester Community and Technical College - Find Your Future Fair - 10/1/2025 9:45am-12pm onsite at the RCTC Heintz Center
- Mankato State Career Fair - 10/7/25 10am-3pm onsite at Mankato State University
- UW - La Crosse Career Fair - 10/15/2025 from 10am-2pm onsite at UW-La Crosse Campus
- Government and Non-Profit Career Fair - 10/31/25 from 10am-3pm onsite at University of Minnesota - Great Hall, Ground Floor.
Job Interest Card
Join our Talent Network by completing the Job Interest Card. Select your areas of interest and receive an email alert when a position is posted that matches your interests.
Hiring Timeline
- Apply
Applications must be submitted through www.Governmentjobs.com. You will need to submit an additional application for each position that you are interested in.
- Application Review
Applications are reviewed and referred to the Hiring Manager once the posting closes. Continous postings are reviewed weekly and referred to the Hiring Manger.
- Notification to Applicants
You will get e-mail notifications on www.Govermentjobs.com with status updates throughout the hiring process.
- Interview
If the Hiring Manger is interested in learning more about your skills and abilities, you will be notified to schedule an interview and/or complete skills testing. This is a great opportunity for us to learn about you, and for you to learn more about us! In some instances, you may be asked to attend a second interview.
- Final Hiring Steps
If you are offered a position with Olmsted County, you will then need to complete a background check. Some positions have other pre-employment requirements.
- Join us! You're Hired
You will receive an invite to our onboarding portal with information about orientation and new hire paperwork. We are here to support you through the process and welcome to the team!
Meet the Team
Cassandra Ray - Recruiter
cassandra.ray@olmstedcounty.gov
Bill Rinken - Human Resources Representative
william.rinken@olmstedcounty.gov
Katie Hunt - Human Resources Representative
Katherine.hunt@olmstedcounty.gov
Sara Welper - Human Resources Specialist
sarah.welper@olmstedcounty.gov
Ryan Paulsen - Human Resources Specialist
ryan.paulsen@olmstedcounty.gov
- Questions?
- How to apply for a job.
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Application Tips:
Stay Connected During the Process
Our positions are advertised through numerous channels but you will need to apply through GovernmentJobs.com for your application to be considered for employment.
When submitting your application, you should receive a confirmation email, if you do not receive the confirmation, assure that you submitted your application.
If your experience is not on your application, to us, it didn't happen. Make sure that your employment history is up to date. We can't give you credit for experience that is not listed on your application.
Employee Testimonials
Supervisor - Olmsted County Waste to Energy Facility
“I think Olmsted County is a top-class place to work. There’s opportunity for growth in addition to the great benefits and PTO.”
Administrative Assistant - Health, Housing, and Human Services
“You need to understand the county’s mission and if you have those qualities then Olmsted County is the right place for you! It’s really important to have enthusiasm and love for the work you do.”
Community Health Specialist - Olmsted County Public Health
“Do it. There's just something different about working for Olmsted County. The benefits are great, the people are awesome, and the job is fulfilling. But honestly, what stands out to me is the culture of support, compassion, and flexibility. These are things that I haven't experienced in any other job. Olmsted County is truly a great place to work.”
Parks Manager - Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo
“Whenever I talk to somebody thinking about coming on board to Olmsted County, I tell them they won't find an organization that works harder to treat their employees well. Looking back to my Corrections career, I've also been in situations where I needed Olmsted County to back me, and they've always done that.”
Senior Accountant - Finance
“You are going to love it here. We have good pay, excellent benefits, and our team is something really special. There are opportunities to grow, and people have stayed here for decades. It really says something about this organization that people want to be here that long.”
GIS Manager
“"I really appreciate the work/life balance I have with Olmsted County. I was able to have a family and pursue my career. They’ve allowed me to grow personally and professionally. The annual wellness campaign is an added bonus that shows the county cares about the health and well-being of their employees. We’re encouraged to stay active, and they offer numerous opportunities to make it happen."”
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