Corrections Program Manager (Internal DOCCR applicants only)

Corrections Program Manager (Internal DOCCR applicants only)

Salary

$96,009.36 - $144,014.05 Annually

Location

Brooklyn Center, MN

Job Type

Full-time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

26DOCCR87ZBKM002

Department

Community Corrections and Rehabilitation

Division

ASSS Administration

Opening Date

09/02/2026

Closing Date

9/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

The Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) is seeking a Corrections Program Manager for the Adult Specialized Supervision Services division. This role oversees the Intensive Supervised Release, Enhanced Supervised Release, and Supervised Release units. The position requires strong, ongoing collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Corrections DOC. The Corrections Program Manager will ensure alignment with departmental policies and support continuous improvement in service delivery.

Location and hours:

This position is hybrid and will be performed on-site primarily at the Brookdale Division II Court, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430, at other DOCCR locations, and remote as job duties require. Work hours are primarily Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

About the position type:

This position is full-time, benefit earning. You must be a current regular or probationary employee of DOCCR to apply for this position. Note: Limited duration employees are not eligible.

This position is internally classified as a Corrections Program Manager.

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You must attach a resume as part of your application materials.

In this position, you will:

• Manage programs designed to improve stability of clients and remove barriers to increase success of our clients in the community.
• Provide direct oversite and development of policy and procedures in alignment with DOC requirements.
• Design and direct probation/parole and practices and procedures with respect to casework, group work, and other client centered services.
• Manage and execute division Evidence Based Practices (EBP) in the interest of the clients and communities we serve that support the DOCCRs continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate and lead as a manager of the Adult Specialized Supervision Services division.
• Supervise and manage staff. Participate in the selection process for new hires and promotional opportunities.
• Direct supervisors and staff in the absence of the Division Manager.
• Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity & inclusion.

Need to have:

One of the following:

• Eight years or more of professional experience in corrections and at least one year of which must have been in administration or supervision.
• Bachelors degree in criminal justice, behavioral/social science or business, correctional or public administration or equivalent and four years or more professional experience in corrections, with at least one year in administration or supervision.
• Masters degree or higher in criminal justice, behavioral/social science or business, correctional or public administration or equivalent and three years or more of professional experience in corrections.

Nice to have:

• Experience:

• Assessing and developing effective evidence-based programs.

• Working in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Corrections.

• Utilizing the Minnesota Department of Corrections policies, procedures, and processes.

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices for effective correctional use.

• Ability to:

• Develop programs and procedures.

• Design and implement administrative methods and techniques.

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Identify and collaborate with community resources.

• Motivate, train, and supervise direct reports.

• Manage change and handle conflict.

About the department:

The Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation works to enhance community safety, promote community restoration, and reduce the risk of re-offense. Department staff and volunteers serve Hennepin County at more than 20 service locations ranging from correctional facilities to probation reporting offices and occupational training centers, delivering sustainable correctional services to more than 21,000 adult and juvenile clients. It is the largest community corrections organization in Minnesota. Learn more at www.hennepin.us/corrections.

About Hennepin County:

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.

Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Brooke McNamara

Brooke.McNamara@hennepin.us

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Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others cant - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary

Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here.

01

Are you a current regular or probationary employee of DOCCR?

Note: Limited duration employees not eligible

• Yes
• No

02

This position is hybrid and will be performed on-site primarily at the Brookdale Division II Court, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430, at other DOCCR locations, and remote as job duties require. Work hours are primarily Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

03

Select the field(s) in which you have earned an academic degree(s). Check all that apply.

• Another related field
• Behavioral/social science
• Business
• Criminal justice
• Correctional or public administration
• None of the above

04

What is the highest level of degree you have earned in the field(s) you selected above?

• Masters degree or higher
• Bachelors degree
• Neither of the above

05

List your relevant completed education referencing school(s) attended, area(s) of study, and degree(s) earned. If you do not have any completed education, type "None" in the space provided.

06

How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in corrections do you have?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 8 years
• 8 years or more

07

Do you have one or more years of full-time equivalent years of corrections experience in administration or supervision?

• Yes
• No

08

Describe your professional experience in corrections. Highlight your corrections experience in administration or supervision, referencing jobs listed on your resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

09

How many years of experience do you have assessing and developing effective evidence-based programs?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more

10

Describe your experience assessing and developing effective evidence-based programs, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

11

How many years of experience do you have working in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Corrections?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more

12

Describe your experience working in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Corrections, referencing jobs listed on your resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.

13

If you are a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran, and are applying for your first promotion after securing public employment, you are eligible to have five points added to your competitive promotional examination rating. Are you a disabled veteran (defined as having a permanent, service connected disability rated at 50% or more), the spouse, or the surviving spouse of a disabled veteran that would like to use your one time, five-point preference?

• Yes
• No

14

Your response to this question will help us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruiting sources and methods. Please choose the one source that best describes how you first learned about this promotional job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection.

• Department email, unit bulletin board, or lateral/transfer process
• Employee Career Center (ECC)
• Employee Resource Group (ERG)
• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County (supervisor/manager, colleague, or Human Resources)
• HC Connect
• Hennepin County job notification emails
• hennepin.jobs or governmentjobs.com

15

For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.

Required Question

Employer Hennepin County

Address Hennepin County Government Center

300 South Sixth Street

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487

Phone 612-348-7855

Website https://www.hennepincounty.gov/government/jobs