Salary
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Job Number
24DOCCR236LV034
Closing Date
1/23/2024 11:59 PM Centra
Description
Hennepin County is hiring one or more Probation/Parole Officers in the Central Intake and Conditional Release Unit of the Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR).Agents in the Central Intake and Investigation unit assess, investigate, and prepare targeted misdemeanor pre-sentence investigations, felony post sentence investigations, inter/intra state transfer requests, intensive supervised release/supervised release agent assignment requests and triage court screenings. Additionally, staff in this unit supervise a caseload of approximately 20 clients placed on conditional release supervision.These positions are open to different levels of experience/qualifications and could be hired into the Probation Officer or Probation Officer, Senior level depending on the candidate.Candidates in the PO/Senior/Career Job Classification are encouraged to apply to be considered for a promotion or lateral transfer.Salary based upon qualifications: Probation/Parole Officer salary: $60,080.36 - $90,120.54 Annually
Probation/Parole Officer, Senior salary: $63,084.38 - $94,626.57 Annually
Location and hours:
These positions are hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Hennepin County Government Center 300 South 6th Street, A-1100, Minneapolis 55487, and Brookdale and Ridgedale Service Center offices, and remote as job duties require. Work hours are generally 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with flexibility. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022, to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable upon completion of 6 months of employment. About these positions type:These are full time, benefit earning positions. These positions are internally classified as either Probation/Parole Officer or Probation/Parole Officer, Senior.Click here to view the job classification specification for Probation/Parole Officer.Click here to view the job classification specification for Probation/Parole Officer, Senior.In these positions, you will:
· Evaluate client risk and needs utilizing objective assessments and other screening instruments; interpret and assess the information to inform supervision and make referrals for treatment or programming based upon client risk and needs.
· Rely on research-supported practices, including motivational interviewing to increase intrinsic motivation to change and promote skill building by utilizing Evidence-Based Practices (EBP).
· Provide tools to help client build a support system that positively impacts the client’s well-being and promotes success with supervision.
· Interface with the court hearing process by writing reports for the court and court partners.
· Actively monitor client cases and make appropriate referrals for supportive services as needed.
· Monitor client compliance with court and/or Department of Corrections ordered conditions.
· Provide active case management with a variety of caseload contact standards, investigate client backgrounds, review public records, interview persons with first-hand knowledge of the individual, participate and collaborate in multi-disciplinary teams and actively work with collateral contacts and the client.
· Collaborate with law enforcement and criminal justice partners regarding client involvement in criminal activity to promote public safety and rehabilitation.
· Maintain accurate documentation of a wide variety of case activity, including, but not limited to contacts with clients, victims, concerned parties and treatment agencies, utilizing department and client data systems.
· Contribute to inter-agency relationships through formal participation as a DOCCR representative and/or leader. This includes but is not limited to justice stakeholder groups and agencies, human services, community organizations, academic institutions, department staff, volunteers, and interns.
o Individuals hired at the 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.
o Individuals hired at the Senior PO level must operate with limited oversight and demonstrate an ability to actively case manage more complex cases, independently developing/adjusting supervision and/or case plans and defending decisions independently in Court, and perform the duties listed above.
Need to have:
· For hire as Probation/Parole Officer:
o Associate 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.
o 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.
o Bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, criminal justice, psychology, counseling, law enforcement, education, or a related field, 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.
o 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 Evidence Based Practice Corrections Professional Certificate may be substituted for one year of relevant experience.
· For hire as Probation/Parole Officer, Senior, one of the following:
o Associate degree in any field and six or more years full-time equivalent paid experience with clients served by the justice system or human services.
o Bachelor's degree in non-related field and four or more years of relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by the justice system or human services.
o Bachelor's degree in one of the below areas and three or more years of relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by in the justice system or human services.
o Master's degree or higher in sociology, social work, criminal justice, psychology, counseling, law enforcement, education, or a related field; including completion of a supervised clinical field work training/internship (if required by degree program); and one or more years of relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by the justice system or human services.
· Note: The Evidence Based Practice Corrections Professional Certificate may be substituted for one year of relevant experience.
Nice to have:
· Experience:
o As a probation/parole officer or case management assistant.
o Creating written reports for court.
o Administering client risk and needs assessments.
· Experience and knowledge of criminal background checks.
· Knowledge of the Treatment Court Triage process.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills.
· Knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn: MGA, Statewide (S3), CSTS, BCA/Portals, and other related systems.
If you have questions, please contact:
Talent Acquisition Division
Hennepin County Human Resources Department
612-348-7855