Community Service Work Coordinator
About The Position
The Community Service Work Coordinator supervises community service work crews of up to five offenders per shift. The role reviews referral materials to confirm program eligibility and paperwork completion, plans and coordinates projects, and monitors work to support productivity, safety, and a positive work experience. The coordinator maintains records of crew members’ progress and program activities and submits them to the Court Services/Probation office. The position partners with local County agencies, including courts, probation officers, fairgrounds staff, and other County staff, to coordinate services, communicate program issues and philosophy, and keep courts informed about referred offenders’ status. The coordinator uses and safely operates necessary equipment, including an all-terrain vehicle, and follows County safety policies. Work is performed on outdoor grounds and in indoor facilities, with occasional driving to County facilities and other sites. The position may involve exposure to temperature extremes, odors, toxic agents, noise, vibration, machinery, wetness, electrical current, vehicular traffic, and dust. Physical duties include desk and computer work, standing, walking, repetitive motions, and lifting or carrying materials weighing up to 25 pounds. All positions are subject to a background check, which may include criminal history, credit, driver’s license, physical assessment, drug and alcohol screening, and psychological testing. Hours vary seasonally: up to 40 hours per week in June, July, and August, and up to 30 hours per month from September through May. The 2026 hourly salary range is $26.51 to $39.78, depending on experience. Applications were requested by 4:00 PM Friday, November 20, 2026, and in-person interviews were scheduled for December 3 and 4, 2026.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related field or related studies plus one year of related job experience; or three years of related work experience plus two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.
- Valid Minnesota driver’s license; the posting’s license requirement ends with the words “with proof of” and does not specify what proof is required.
- Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting employment practices and ability to obtain updated legal and regulatory information.
- Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance and a high degree of confidentiality.
- Knowledge of modern office practices, personnel administration, organizational development, and current human resources, communications, and compliance practices.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform mathematical calculations.
- Ability to use or learn reporting software, such as Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to prepare and present reports orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, identify operational problems and solutions, and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, read screens and documents, type, and use a computer or mobile device.
- Ability to lift and carry files and materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work with at-risk youth and ability to communicate effectively with youth.
Responsibilities
- Review referral materials to verify offenders meet program criteria and ensure required paperwork is on file before work begins.
- Provide on-site supervision of community service work crews of up to five workers per shift.
- Coordinate, plan, and organize projects and supervise offenders to support productivity, safe completion, and a positive work experience.
- Maintain accurate, current records of work progress and program activities and submit them to the Court Services/Probation office.
- Safely operate or learn to operate equipment and use the tools necessary to complete tasks.
- Operate an all-terrain vehicle.
- Partner with local County agencies and staff to coordinate services, inform courts about offender status, and communicate program issues and philosophy.
- Follow safety and County policies and use appropriate protective clothing, materials, and equipment.
- Perform other related assignments as directed or as needed to fulfill job responsibilities and program requirements.
- Oversee juveniles performing assigned work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
