The current vacancies are for full-time as well as intermittent positions at the Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) in Saint Paul. This list may be used to fill other vacancies within the department. 

To assist the professional Community Corrections staff in probation, facility, or other case management services by performing designated duties relating to client or resident supervision, treatment, or counseling; maintain records, provide transportation to clients, and perform other duties to support Probation Officers; and perform related duties as assigned.  

Assignment in  Juvenile Detention Center setting may include: 

1. Provide safety and security for services and programs of  facility residents, staff, and visitors by modeling professional behaviors, adhering to policies and procedures, controlling aggressive behavior under the supervision of Probation Officers or  supervisory staff, facilitating groups/programing, and supporting the implementation of treatment plans; maintain order, provide first aid, search residents, monitor admissions and releases, screen and monitor visitors to the  facility, conduct surveillance and security checks of buildings and grounds, and monitor safety equipment.  
2. Supervise residents in activities including treatment programs, school attendance, work activities, court order compliance, compliance with probation conditions; assist with the creation and development of scheduled and structured activities for residents.
3. Intervene early with residents to redirect behaviors into pro-social channels, recognize and reward pro-social behavior; assist residents in managing their own behavior by providing coaching and encouragement.
4. Monitor and document required data concerning resident behavior and treatment progress: school attendance, child abuse allegations or suspicions, facility activities; admit and orient new residents to the facility, administer and record medications, escort residents, provide transportation, compile data, complete required facility documentation, and reports.
5. Interview, counsel residents; make recommendations to Probation Officers or Supervisors concerning possible program options and treatment plans; assist in implementing treatment or other programs; administer pre- and post-testing to residents; attend treatment programming staffing.
6. Under the direction of a shift supervisor, or Probation Officer may be responsible for running and providing direction to a living unit.
7. Order supplies, answer telephones, complete work orders for repairs.
8. Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
9. Assignments require the ability to work shift rotations and mandated overtime to ensure adherence in maintaining minimum staffing requirements in the 24/7 facilities.
10. May transport residents to detention, school, medical appointments, off-grounds activities, court hearings, community service, placement, related activities, or emergencies. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10   

Education:  High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Two years of personal or professional experience navigating the justice system or working with in community organizations or other related work. 

Substitution: Two years of college-level completed credits may substitute for the two years of experience requirement, or a combination of personal or professional experience and completed college credits.  

Certifications/Licensure:    Valid Drivers’ license may be required depending on assignment. 

Preferred Experience: Direct experience in providing assistance in counseling or behavioral modification.

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:   

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%    

• Background Investigation    
• Prison Rape Elimination Action (PREA) Investigation
• Pre - Employment Physical
• Fingerprinting