Salary: See Position Description Location : Plymouth, MN Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 24DOCCR520TF161 Department: Community Corrections and Rehabilitation Division: ACF Men's Section Opening Date: 10/09/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Description The Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) seeks Correctional Officers at the Adult Corrections Facility (ACF) to promote public safety and provide for victim restoration by holding offenders accountable and providing opportunities for change through assessment and supervision. The ACF is a confinement center for adult offenders committed by the courts to serve a maximum sentence of one year. Salary will be based upon the qualifications of the applicants and is negotiable within the targeted salary range for this position. Targeted starting salary range: $62,982.40 - $82,459.41 Annually Full salary range: $54,547.51 - $82,459.41 Annually 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 at the Adult Corrections Facility at 1145 Shenandoah Lane, Plymouth, MN 55447. The ACF is a medium level security facility, it is located 13 miles from downtown Minneapolis, and there is no public transportation to this facility. Based on current requirements hires must live in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. Candidates must be available to work various 12-hour shifts, which includes day, evening, overnight, holiday, and weekend hours. Anyone indicating limited availability will not be considered. A shift differential of $1.00 per hour will be paid for nights and weekends. Meals are provided and a uniform allowance is given for qualifying positions. About the position type: This posting will be used to fill current and future full-time, part-time, permanent, Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ), and limited duration (temporary) Correctional Officer vacancies at the Adult Corrections Facility (ACF). To remain in compliance with , candidates hired into Correctional Officer positions are required to pass an initial fit test for the use of a respirator and then pass a fit test annually during employment. Fit testing for respirator use is a safety qualification of the job. In order to meet this job qualification, Correctional Officers must be able to comply with facial hair styles that do not interfere with the proper use and fit of a respirator (e.g., clean shaven). This position is internally classified as a Correctional Officer. Click to view the job classification specification. In this position, you will:
- Maintain a safe institution for staff and residents by building relationships, employing de-escalation techniques, using verbal commands, and using physical and mechanical restraints when necessary.
- Enforce Minnesota laws, American Correctional Association (A.C.A.) standards, and Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards relating to the confinement of prisoners, security regulations, rules of conduct, and work rules.
- Search residents and inspect cells, recreation areas, work locations, and other activity areas for unauthorized objects or materials.
- Respond to and manage emergency or crisis situations using communication skills to resolve volatile situations.
- Observe behavior of residents and utilize behavioral management techniques/skills to assist residents in self-management of their behavior and report observations of unusual behaviors to medical or social service personnel.
- Escort individuals and groups of residents to work and other activities, supervise and instruct residents in work crew activities and the operation of equipment (i.e., laundry, kitchen, industrial production, stockroom, cleaning, and grounds maintenance equipment), and participate in work crew activities as needed.
- Write reports (e.g., disciplinary reports, incident reports) and maintain records (i.e., records of residents' funds and personal property).
Need to have:
- One of the following:
- Two years or more (90 quarter/60 semester credits) of college or vocational/technical coursework in corrections, law enforcement, or a related criminal justice or behavioral/social science field.
- Two years or more of experience in corrections, law enforcement, or criminal justice.
- Active military duty with an honorable discharge.
Note: Completion of an from an approved school may be substituted for one year of relevant coursework or experience. A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, run, and walk both inside and outside. Nice to have:
- Experience:
- Working with customers or clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
- As an intern, volunteer, and/or work in a correctional institution and/or similar environment where individuals are secured in a facility/area for a period of time.
- Working under stressful conditions and having contact with aggressive and/or confrontational individuals.
- Supervising, training, and/or directing individuals who are secured in a facility/area for a period of time.
- Using de-escalation techniques at work.
Understanding of human relations and of bias and the impact of such to promote handling situations equitably and with a high level of respect. Ability to: - Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Interpret and enforce rules and regulations.
- Manage difficult situations with a diverse population with a high level of objectivity, minimizing the impact of personal implicit bias.
- Identify suspicious behaviors/activities and taking appropriate actions.
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 to one or more of our overarching goalsthat 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 (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. Your future. Made here. Under facility licensing requirements, positions with the DOCCR are required to undergo a Department of Human Services Background Study (MS 245C.13). Convictions for certain crimes will have an effect on your ability to be hired according to the disqualification schedule listed in Minnesota Statute 245C.15. Individuals convicted for any level of Criminal Sexual Conduct are disqualified from being hired into any position within the DOCCR under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Other past involvement with the criminal court system will not automatically disqualify you from working at the DOCCR; individual circumstances are reviewed and evaluated confidentially. If you do not know your exact conviction information, you can refer to your sentencing order or contact the county where you were convicted. Watch this video for application best practices and tips. Applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor on an on-going basis until the vacancy is filled. Invitations to interview will be based on an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check. In addition, Under , an applicant or employee commissioned at the Hennepin County correctional facilities (Juvenile Detention Center and Adult Corrections Facility) are required to undergo tuberculosis (TB) testing. If you have questions, please contact:Talent Acquisition Division Hennepin County Human Resources Department 612-###-#### 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 01 The requirements of this position are: This position is located at the Adult Corrections Facility, located at 1145 Shenandoah Lane in Plymouth, MN. There is no public transportation to this facility. Based on current requirements hires must live in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit. Ability to: Work a variety of shifts, which include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Stand, stoop, bend, reach, run, and walk both inside and outside several times a day. Are you able and willing to meet these requirements?
02 What type(s) of position(s) are you interested in? Check all that apply.
- Full-time, benefit earning (40 hours/week)
- Limited Duration (temporary) non-benefit earning (up to 19 hours/week)
- Limited Duration (temporary) benefit earning (40 hours/week)
- None of the above
03 There may be positions that require enforcing security regulations, rules of conduct, and work rules of female offenders, being female has been determined to be a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ), therefore that position must be filled by a female applicant. Would you meet that requirement?
04 Which of the following options describes your education and/or experience? Check all that apply.
- I have two years or more (90 quarter/60 semester credits) of college or vocational/technical coursework in corrections, law enforcement, or a related criminal justice or behavioral/social science field
- I have two years or more of full-time work experience in corrections, law enforcement, or criminal justice
- I have active military duty with an honorable discharge
- I have completed an Evidence-Based Practice Corrections Professional Certificate from an approved school and have one year of relevant coursework or experience
- None of the above
05 Describe your relevant education including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, semester and/or quarter credits completed, and certificate(s)/degree(s) earned. If you do not have relevant education, type None in the space provided. 06 Describe your experience in corrections, law enforcement, or criminal justice, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 07 Have you completed the Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Corrections Professional Certificate Program from Metro State University? Click for more information. If you checked yes , please make sure certificate of completion is uploaded as an attachment with your application or candidate will be required to show certificate of completion at time of interview.
08 In which of the following correctional evidence-based practices (EBP) tools have you been trained and/or certified? 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
09 Have you completed an internship and/or have work experience for Hennepin County's DOCCR or a similar jurisdiction?
10 Describe your internship and/or paid work experience for Hennepin County's DOCCR or a similar jurisdiction, referencing jobs/internships listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this work or internship experience, type None in the space provided. 11 In which of the following fields do you have professional work experience? Check all that apply.
- Correctional officer
- Criminal justice
- Loss prevention specialist
- Military service with honorable discharge
- Police officer/deputy sheriff (law enforcement)
- Prison guard
- Security guard
- None of the above
12 How many combined years of full-time equivalent work experience do you have in the fields you selected in the previous question?
- 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
13 Briefly describe your professional work experience in the fields you indicated having professional work experience. Include your job title(s), employer(s), and the length of time you were employed in the position(s) you indicated in the previous question. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 14 How many years of experience do you have supervising, training, and/or directing individuals who are secured in a facility/area for a period of time?
- 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
15 Describe your experience supervising, training, and/or directing individuals who are secured in a facility/area for a period of time, referencing position(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 16 Do you have experience where you had to use de-escalation techniques in a situation at work where there was a disagreement or confrontation?
17 Describe your experience where you had to de-escalate a disagreement or confrontation, referencing position(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type None in the space provided. 18 Have you worked with customers or clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds?
19 Describe your experience working effectively with customers or clients from a variety of diverse backgrounds, referencing position(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type None in the space provided. 20 In addition to English, identify the language(s) in which you consider yourself fluent. Check all that apply.
- Hmong
- Somali
- Spanish
- Other
- None of the above
21 If you checked Other in the previous question, please indicate the language(s) in which you consider yourself fluent. 22 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
23 For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website or media source. Required Question