General Description POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive DEPARTMENT: Community Corrections HOURS: Full-time HIRING RANGE: $56,217- $63,244 (2025 rates) SALARY RANGE: $56,217- $87,839 (2025 rates) LOCATION: Western Service Center UNION: A450 CLOSE DATE: 4:30pm on 1/6/2024 THIS RECRUITMENT REQUIRES THE COMPLETION OF SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS WHICH MUST BE RECEIVED WITH THE APPLICATION. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS RECRUITMENT. Community Corrections Mission Statement: To transform lives, promote equity and increase community safety. Community Corrections' Diversity and Inclusion Mission Statement: As a system we are committed to dismantling institutional racism and healing historical trauma. We are moving forward as a place where inclusion, respect, acceptance, growth and teaching are expected. We will recognize our individualities. We will listen to every voice, recognize our biases, and grow towards a more equitable and inclusive culture. We will help each other learn by modeling, teaching and listening. Work Schedule: Regular hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. One Saturday off per month: During that week, the schedule shifts to Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Who We Are Dakota County is Minnesota s third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Our motto is Be More and we strive every day to achieve excellent public service, with a focus on four values: Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation. Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. Duties & Responsibilities These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions. Transport adults in county vehicle from designated pick-up locations to and from work sites. Engage and supervise clients in performing work safely and effectively by working alongside them. Facilitate equipment pick-up needed for crew. Fill out necessary paperwork with clients, mark attendance and notes in a case management system and perform other administrative duties as assigned. Report any issues, violations of program, or emergencies immediately to the coordinator in charge of STS. Coordinate and schedule work assignments for crew members. Ensure crew compliance with safety protocols and procedures. Conduct regular training sessions for crew members on equipment usage and safety. Manage and maintain equipment inventory. Collaborate with community partners and stakeholders for project assignments. Complete annual STS training, chain saw training, and CPR training. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1-11 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment Knowledge of general and specific safety and security issues of detainment including appropriate use of force. Knowledge of individual and group social behavior. Ability to perform basic safety and security skills. Knowledge of data privacy practices. Knowledge and understanding of ethnic diversities. Knowledge of Evidence Based in probation including ability to use Motivational Interviewing. Knowledge of effective client treatment and change. Skills and ability to demonstrate appropriate empathy, fairness, and a non-confrontational approach with the ability to set and maintain client limits. Ability to work independently and as a team member within department policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written. Investigative and critical thinking skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with clients, coworkers, law enforcement officials, judges and treatment facil ties. Knowledge of and the ability to operate several complex computer systems such as CJIIN, , CSTS, MNCIS, Microsoft Office. Ability to advise people in crisis situations and make appropriate decisions leading to crisis resolution. Ability to prioritize work according to client and agency need. Pursuant to Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual Section 3240 (13), this position is designated as Safety Sensitive. Benefits Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and other benefits Excellent work-life balance Generous paid time off (accrual rate starts at four weeks per year) Eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday each year Pension with a generous employer contribution Ability to work from home some of the time Selection Process You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions We assign you a score based on your qualifications Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration We conduct interviews and reference checks before extending an offer We extend an offer and conduct background checks