Community Service Work Crew Leader [PART TIME]

Nicollet County • St. Peter, MN

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Community Corrections Director, the Community Service Work Crew Leader supports the Community Corrections Department’s mission by providing quality and efficient services to the public. The position leads crew members on community work projects, provides feedback on work and discipline, participates in site selection, and implements and analyzes project success. The role is scheduled for 28 hours per week and may require additional evening and weekend hours.

Requirements

• Valid Minnesota driver’s license.
• Associate’s degree in criminal justice, psychology, or a related field, and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Ability to obtain CPR certification within six months of employment.
• Ability to listen, comprehend, and communicate effectively in writing and orally with all individuals.
• Ability to initiate correspondence, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Ability to enforce policies and regulations tactfully.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adapt an effective course of action.
• Knowledge of correctional philosophy, program planning, and implementation.
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer software sufficient for departmental operations.
• Knowledge of meaningful and effective treatment practices for offenders in the community.
• Knowledge of community resources and their relationship to corrections.
• Knowledge of probation and parole practices and effective community-based programs in their jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of safety requirements and expectations applicable to the worksite.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew members on work projects and provide feedback regarding their work and discipline.
• Participate in selecting project sites and implement and analyze the success of projects.
• Maintain, repair, order, and inventory equipment.
• Prepare, review, interpret, and analyze information, data, policies, procedures, and reports.
• Recruit, plan, organize, and schedule projects.
• Respond to and communicate with juvenile community work service stakeholders, including juveniles, parents, probation officers, school staff, and citizens.
• Supervise crew members, including prioritizing and assigning work, orienting crew members, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment.
• Transport crew members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree