Probation Officer

• Adult
  Sherburne County
• Elk River, MN
  Career Force
• September 18, 2026
  Sherburne County Probation Officer
• Adult SALARY $34.63
• $48.52 Hourly $72,030.00
• $100,922.

00 Annually

LOCATION

Sherburne County Government Center, 13880 Business Center Drive NW, Elk River 55330-1692, MN

JOB TYPE

Full Time

JOB NUMBER 2026-01756 DEPARTMENT

Community Corrections

OPENING DATE 09/18/2026 CLOSING DATE 10/4/2026 11

59 PM Central Job Summary The starting wage for this position will depend upon qualification and experience. Provide supervision and case management services to enhance public safety and facilitate client change through evidence based and restorative practices. Provide the Court with written and verbal reports to assist in the issuance of appropriate evidence-based disposition. Act as a liaison between the Bench, county departments, local/state/federal agencies, treatment providers, victims, and the public to assist clients in establishing and maintaining a positive support network in the community. This position requires nontraditional hours including nights and weekends. Other duties assigned. All tasks will be performed in accordance with county and department policy and procedure. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Examples of typical duties may include but are not limited to the following. Regular attendance according to the department approved work schedule and developing and maintaining respectful and cooperative working relationships is required of all Sherburne County positions.

• Maintains contact with clients per department contact standards, which will include direct and indirect contacts, office visits, home visits, and placement visits.
• Provides resources and/or refers clients for supplemental evaluations and/or appropriate education, counseling and treatment programs as ordered by the Court.
• Collaborates with clients and others to identify strengths and needs, identify supports, and coordinate services. This includes participating in staffing/meetings to coordinate internal and external services for clients.
• Contacts/communicates with victims to obtain/attempt to obtain collateral information to supplement and/or verify information in court reports and for ongoing case management.
• Utilizes evidence-based assessments, strategies, and interventions to promote law abiding behavior and support client change.
• Identify clients risk/criminogenic needs and level of supervision utilizing a validated risk/needs assessment.
• Provide the Court with written and verbal reports, including recommendations for sanctions, evaluations, treatment, and/or education to assist in the issuance of an appropriate evidence-based disposition.
• Maintain current and accurate client case data in CSTS.
• Administers drug and alcohol testing to clients and collect DNA samples pursuant to Statute.

Minimum Qualifications Formal academic preparation (or equivalent) to qualify for the position. Four-year Bachelor's Degree with a major in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related field; and completion of a 400 hour internship in a related field. Experience in supervising adult probation and/or supervised release clients. Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of, and demonstrated ability to utilize, Evidence Based Practices.
• Working knowledge of local/state/federal laws, court rules and professional standards in the field of Corrections.
• Working knowledge of community resources available to facilitate client change. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of clients. Basic knowledge of applicable computer programs.
• Knowledge of data practices.

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted via the email in which you applied with. 1st round of interviews are tentatively scheduled for October 12 or 13. Employer Sherburne County Address Sherburne County Government Center 13880 Business Center Drive NW Elk River, Minnesota, 55330-1692 Phone 763-765-3001 Website http://www.co.sherburne.mn.us

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Job Id:

6930486328

Job URL:

https://careerforce.mn.gov/job-search?jvid=6622248d04f5470f98b899e226e15ccb8003

Job State:

MN

Job Lat:

45.33219909667969

Job Lng:

• 93.

56649780273438

Job County:

Sherburne County

Job Education:

Bachelor's degree

Job Skills:

Needs analysis

Job Hash:

4487508108