Probation/Parole Officer

Salary: $60,080.36 - $90,120.54 Annually
Location : Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24DOCCR236TF003
Department: Community Corrections and Rehabilitation
Opening Date: 04/01/2024
Closing Date: 4/8/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) is looking to fill one Probation Officer position in the Electronic Home Monitoring (EHM) unit. This position will provide supervision to all EHM clients. You will work towards client change as well as victim and public safety through a combination of client assessments, individualized case planning, and supervision strategies matched to client need and risk.
This position will work successfully cross-cultures, respectful of lived experiences in all communications and demonstrate on-going expansion of one's own awareness and understanding of culture and active support for equity. Individuals who bring forth a combination of diverse employment history and lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit .
Location and hours:
This position is located onsite at the Client and Community Restoration building located at 3000 North 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Work hours are awarded based on bargaining seniority and may vary Monday through Friday and every other weekend (including days and evenings).
About this position type:This is a full time, benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified a Probation/Parole Officer.
Click here to view the job classification specification for Probation/Parole Officer.
Criminal background checks: Applicants with convictions are not automatically disqualified. Each case is considered on its individual circumstances and the type of work.
In this position, you will:

• Manage both pre- and post-sentenced clients who are court ordered to EHM.
• Maintain contact standards, including field, home, treatment visits, while supporting clients in working towards positive change, promoting community safety and reducing the risk of recidivism.
• Evaluate client risk and needs utilizing objective assessments and other screening instruments; interpret and assess the information to develop and adjust supervision and/or case plans.
• Promote client skill building by use of demonstrated proficiency and Evidence Based Practices (EBP).
• Provide tools and treatment through an ongoing collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based relationship with the client to help build a support system.
• Address compliance issues and follow up with the Adult Correctional Facility, Juvenile Detention Center, Adult and Juvenile Probation.
• Prepare a variety of reports regarding the EHM caseloads, utilization, and other EHM data.
• Provide input for policy and procedure changes and participate in internal and external committees.
• Coach client compliance with court - and/or Department of Corrections - ordered conditions.
  • Individuals hired at the Probation Officer (PO) level must demonstrate an ability to supervise a caseload with the least complex cases within the unit and build proficiency and competency with essential functions of the position through formal and informal training, and perform the duties listed above.

Need to have:

• One of the following:
  • Associate's degree in any field and four or more years of relevant full-time equivalent paid experience with clients served by the justice system or human services.
  • Bachelor's degree in non-related field and two or more years of relevant full-time equivalent approved, related paid or volunteer experience with clients served by in the justice system or human services.
  • Bachelor's degree in a field listed below and one or more years of full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by in the justice system or human services.
  • Master's degree or higher in sociology, social work, criminal justice, psychology, counseling, law enforcement, education, or a related field; including the completion of a supervised clinical field work training/internship (if required by degree program).

Note: The may be substituted for one year of relevant experience.

Nice to have:

• Experience:
  • Working as a Probation/Parole Officer or case management assistant.
  • Creating written reports for the court.
  • Interpreting and administering client risk and needs assessments.

Knowledge of:

• CSTS (Corrections Services Technology Solutions), MGA (MN Government Access), ICOTS, Statewide Supervision (S3), and other related systems.
• Electronic Home Monitoring equipment and technology.
• Case management and organizational skills, intervention strategies, as well as an understanding of the criminal justice system and computer proficiency.
• Prior Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (LS/CMI), motivational interviewing and cognitive skills training.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

About the department:The Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation works to enhance community safety, promote community restoration, and reduce the risk of re-offense. Department staff and volunteers serve Hennepin County at more than 20 service locations ranging from correctional facilities to probation reporting offices and occupational training centers, delivering sustainable correctional services to more than 26,000 adult and juvenile clients. It is the largest community corrections organization in Minnesota. Learn more at
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (log in as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
This posting could be used to fill current and future full-time vacancies.
Application materials will be reviewed and invitations to interview will be based on an assessment of education and experience. Job offer will be contingent on passing a drug test, employment history/reference check, criminal background check including fingerprinting, and driver's license check prior to employment.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition Division
Hennepin County Human Resources Department
612-348-7855
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.
If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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This position is located onsite at the Client and Community Restoration building located at, 3000 North 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Work hours are awarded based on bargaining seniority and may vary Monday through Friday and every other weekend (including days and evenings).
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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Select the field(s) in which you have earned an academic degree(s). Check all that apply.

• Counseling
• Criminal justice
• Education
• Law enforcement
• Psychology
• Social work
• Sociology
• Another related field
• Other
• None of the above

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What is the highest level of degree you have earned in the field(s) you selected above?

• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher
• None of the above

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List your relevant completed education referencing school(s) attended, area(s) of study, and degree(s) earned. If you do not have any completed education, type "None" in the space provided.
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Have you completed the Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Corrections Professional Certificate Program? Click for more information.
If you checked "yes", please make sure your certificate of completion is uploaded as an attachment with your application.

• Yes
• No

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Which of the following correctional evidence-based practices (EBP) tools have you completed training in and/or obtained a certification? Check all that apply.

• A.R.T. (Aggression Replacement Training)
• Beyond Trauma
• Carey Guides
• Case Planning
• Core Correctional Practices
• D.B.T. (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
• Decision Points
• Motivational Interviewing 1
• Motivational Interviewing 2
• Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (LS-CMI)
• Thinking for a Change
• Truthought Therapy
• Youth Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (YLS-SCMI)
• None of the above

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How many years of relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience do you have with clients served by the justice system or human services?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more

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Describe your relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by in the justice system or human services, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Are you currently working or have experience working as a Probation/Parole Officer or case management assistant?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience working as a Probation/Parole Officer or case management assistant referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have experience creating written reports for the court?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience creating written reports for the court, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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How many years of experience do you have interpreting and administering client risk and needs assessments?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

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Describe your experience interpreting and administering client risk and needs assessments, referencing jobs listed on your application /resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.

• College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)
• Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County
• Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
• Hennepin County job notification emails
• Indeed.com
• Job fair or networking event
• LinkedIn
• Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
• Professional association (job board or email)
• Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
• www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com
• Other

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