What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probation/Parole Officer - Adult Specialized Supervision Services position at Hennepin County, MN?

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Hennepin County

Job Type : Full-time

Remote Employment : Flexible / Hybrid

Job Number : 25DOCCR236TF015

Department : Community Corrections and Rehabilitation

Division : ASSS Inter / Intrastate

Opening Date : 02 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Description

Hennepin County's Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) is seeking to fill a Probation Officer position within the Adult Specialized Supervision Services Division. This Probation Officer position is in the Inter / Intrastate Medium-Low area. The Inter / Intrastate probation officer will provide supervision to individuals who transfer their probation supervision to Hennepin County from other Minnesota counties or other states. This position will work towards client change as well as victim and public safety through a combination of individual assessments, individualized case planning, and supervision strategies matched to client need and risk. Individuals who bring a variety of work and lived experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is open to different levels of experience / qualifications and could be hired into the Probation Officer (PO), Senior PO, or Career PO level.

Hennepin County employees in the PO / Senior / Career Job Classification are encouraged to apply to be considered for a promotion or lateral transfer.

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

Salary based upon qualifications and duties :

Probation / Parole Officer salary : $62,483.57 - $93,725.36 Annually

Probation / Parole Officer, Senior salary : $68,888.14 - $103,332.21 Annually

Probation / Parole Officer, Career salary : $75,949.18 - $113,923.76 Annually

Location and hours :

This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at Hennepin County Government Center, 300 South 6th Street Minneapolis, MN 55487 and remote as job duties require. Work hours are generally Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire. About the position type : This is a full time, benefit earning position.

This position is internally classified as either a Probation / Parole Officer, Probation / Parole Officer, Senior, or Probation / Parole Officer, Career.

Clickto view the job classification specification for Probation / Parole Officer.

Clickto view the job classification specification for Probation / Parole Officer, Senior.

Clickto view the job classification specification for Probation / Parole Officer, Career.

In this position, you will :

Manage transfer investigation requests of clients from other Minnesota jurisdictions and / or other states, following transfer criteria set forth by state-wide intrastate policy and the interstate compact.
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.
Follow protocol for accepting and denying cases, building rapport with agents in the sending county / state and maintaining contact with them regarding the client's progress and adjustment to probation supervision.
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 and make referrals for treatment or programming based on client risks and needs.
Utilize Evidence Based practices to promote behavioral change and public safety including, actuarial assessments, cognitive behavioral interventions, motivational interviewing, case planning etc.
Provide tools and treatment through an ongoing collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based relationship with the client to help build a support system.
Maintain documentation of a wide variety of case activities including, but not limited to, contact with clients, victims, concerned parties, and treatment agencies within DOCCR's case management system and other department data systems.

Need to have :

For hire as Probation / Parole Officer, one of the following :

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.

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 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.

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.

For hire as Probation / Parole Officer, Senior, one of the following :

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.

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.

Bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, criminal justice, psychology, counseling, law enforcement, education, or a related field, 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.

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 may be substituted for one year of relevant experience.

For hire as Probation / Parole Officer, Career, one of the following :

Associate degree in any field and eight or more years of relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by the justice system or human services.

Bachelor's degree in non-related field and six or more years of relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by the justice system or human services.

Bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, criminal justice, psychology, counseling, law enforcement, education, or a related field, a nd five or more years of relevant full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by 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 completion of a supervised clinical field work training / internship (if required by the degree program); and three 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 may be substituted for one year of relevant experience.

Nice to have :

Knowledge of :

The criminal justice system.

The principles of Evidence Based Practices.

Adult Field Division policies and procedures.

Ability to :

Implement CBI Interventions, Including Carey Guides and BITS.

Complete LS-CMI assessments or have familiarity with LSCMI and Hennepin County prescreened tools.

Use differing intervention strategies, which facilitate client behavioral change and overarching wellbeing.

Foster commitment to build support for a diverse and inclusive organization.

Experience :

Working as a probation officer or a case management assistant.

Conducting home and / or community visits with clients.

Working in collaboration with community agencies.

Writing client case notes and creating court reports.

Using the systems Corrections Services Technology Solutions (CSTS), Interstate Compact Offender Tracking System (ICOTS), Minnesota Government Access (MGA) and Statewide Supervision System (S3)

Effective communication skills, organized, detail oriented, and comfortable with evolving technology.

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 www.hennepin.us / corrections.

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 with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive 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 (login 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.

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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 that may include testing for cannabis, 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

Which of the following best describes your employment status?

I am a current regular or probationary Probation / Parole Officer / Senior / Career employee at Hennepin County applying for a lateral transfer

I am a current regular or probationary Probation / Parole Officer / Senior / Career employee at Hennepin County applying for a promotion

I am not a Hennepin County employee

None of the above

This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Hennepin County Government Center, 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487 and remote as job duties require. Work hours are generally Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

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

I do not have a degree

Counseling

Criminal justice

Education

Law enforcement

Psychology

Social work

Sociology

Another related field

Non-related field

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

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or higher

None of the above

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.

Have you completed the Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Corrections Professional Certificate Program? Click for more information.

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

Case Planning and Management

Cognitive Behavioral Interventions

Cognitive Therapy

Motivational Interviewing

Risk and Needs Assessments and Evaluations

None of the above

Describe your experience with using the evidence-based practices (EBP) tools you have selected above, referencing jobs listed on your application / resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

How many years do you have of full-time equivalent paid or volunteer work experience with clients served by in 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, but less than 5 years

5 years or more, but less than 6 years

6 years or more, but less than 7 years

7 years or more, but less than 8 years

8 years or more

Describe your related 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.

Do you have experience working as a probation / parole officer or case management assistant?

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.

How many years of experience do you have meeting with and collaborating with people in the community in which they reside?

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

Describe your experience meeting and collaborating with people in the communities in which they reside, referencing, personal, paid, and volunteer experiences listed on your application / resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

Select the systems you have experience working with. (Check all that apply)

CSTS- Corrections Services Technology Solutions

ICOTS- Interstate Compact Offender Tracking System

MGA-Minnesota Government Access

S3-Statewide Supervision System

I do not have this experience

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

Job fair or networking event

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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