The CHRO is responsible for leading all aspects of the county’s human resources strategy, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, labor relations, compensation, benefits and organizational development, for a workforce of approximately 4,000 employees.

Leaders from the Ramsey County Sexual Assault Collaboration stand united to reaffirm their April 2019 commitment to a coordinated, survivor-centered response to sexual assault, while also announcing new commitments to enhance training and continued improvement.

Joining the county in 2009, Olson has served in a variety of progressive leadership roles, most recently as interim Community & Economic Development director since February 2024.

In Ramsey County, this information will help guide the development of strategies to reduce the health impacts of extreme heat for people living in the hottest areas of our community and the development of an air quality monitoring network.

Collins has been with the county since 2018, serving as the interim deputy county manager since February 2024.

Workforce Solutions, in partnership with the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County, focuses on strengthening the economic vitality of Ramsey County residents and businesses through the delivery of workforce development programs and services.

Sarabia previously worked at Ramsey County from 2018-2023 in a variety of roles. She brings more than 25 years of invaluable experience and leadership. 

Caron has over 20 years of progressive public health experience, currently serving as the public health protection area manager with Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health.

The WIB welcomed incoming chair-elect Yolanda McIntosh, two newly appointed board members, Tami Cybulski and Bryan Kuzel, and 10 reappointed members.

The county manager is the chief administrative officer of the county and is responsible for implementing policy and overseeing daily operations of the county and county staff.