Probation Agent

Otter Tail County • Courthouse 121 West Junius Avenue Fergus Falls, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Otter Tail County is accepting applications for a full-time Probation Agent position. The purpose of the Probation Agent position is to supervise adult and juvenile clients at home, work, school and in the community. Probation Agents are responsible for coordinating multiple services, enforcing court orders, completing investigations, and protecting the communities they serve.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Education, Law Enforcement, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Business or a Human Services related field with an emphasis in corrections/criminal justice.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Upon employment offer, must pass background investigation/criminal history check.
• Must have necessary computer technology knowledge to complete criminal background checks, CJIS, look up fine/restitution and other info on MNCIS; knowledge of court services tracking system (CSTS); statewide supervision system (SSS); Minnesota repository of arrest photos (MRAP); Driver Vehicle Service (DVS); web court access system and CriMNet statewide client system.
• Must be willing to obtain basic knowledge of use of force training in regard to arresting a client, protecting self and knowledge of the continuum of use of force.
• Must obtain certificate to carry OC spray.

Nice To Haves

• Completed a full-time internship (minimum duration of one semester or 10 weeks or 400 hours) with the Minnesota Department of Corrections as a Corrections Agent or Corrections Security Caseworker, or with another jurisdiction as a Probation Officer
• A minimum of 400 hours (approximately three months) of work or volunteer experience as a Corrections Agent, Corrections Security Caseworker or Probation Officer
• A minimum of two years of experience supervising clients in the Minnesota Department of Corrections as a Corrections Officer or Sentencing to Service Crew Leader
• A minimum of six months of professional-level experience in case management in a correctional or human service setting.
• Candidates with extensive law enforcement experience and an Associate's degree in a law enforcement related field may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise adult and juvenile clients according to department policy to ensure compliance with court-ordered conditions.
• Complete professional reports for the Court such as pre-sentence investigations, pre-dispositional investigations, bail evaluations, violation reports, etc.
• Perform court-related and administrative hearing activities.
• Testify before the Court as necessary.
• Respond as needed to collateral and emergency contacts such as law enforcement, victims, schools, placements, clients, client family members, etc.
• Attend all meetings as requested.
• Maintain accurate chronological case notes.
• Effect police powers through the approved issuance and execution of apprehension and detention orders when necessary.
• Obtain drug tests from clients as necessary.
• Understand over the counter and prescription drug medications and how they may impact a drug test result.
• Complete special assignments per request of the Director.
• Abide by department policies, Otter Tail County policies, applicable Minnesota Department of Corrections policies, and all Minnesota Statutes.
• Remain current with knowledge and changes in the field of corrections.
• Complete 40 hours of training per year.
• May assist with duties and responsibilities as outlined in the County Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan.

Benefits

• The salary range for the three levels is as follows: Probation Agent: $29.69 - $44.53 Senior Probation Agent: $32.50 - $48.76 Career Probation Agent: $34.93 - $52.43
• Veterans Preference Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process.
• Otter Tail County is a tobacco-free workplace.
• Otter Tail County does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex (pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, or genetic information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level