Probation Officer - Adult (Domestic Violence)

Probation Officer - Adult (Domestic Violence)

Salary

$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

2026-01745

Department

Community Corrections

Opening Date

08/31/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

The starting wage for this position will depend upon qualification and experience.

To provide supervision and case management services to clients who have been convicted of a domestic related crime, as well as provide support and resources to their victims. Provide the Court with written and verbal recommendations to assist in the issuance of an appropriate evidence based disposition. Act as a liaison between the Bench, county departments, local/state/federal agencies, treatment providers, service providers, victims, 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 as 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. Experience supervising domestic violence clients and their victims is preferred.

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 September 21 or 22.

Sherburne County offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical (employee, employee + spouse, employee + child(ren), or family coverage). Monthly premiums for Employee only coverage are covered 100% by the county.

• County Contributions to VEBA and HSA plans

• Employer paid $25,000 Term Life Policy

• Optional Benefits:

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Additional Supplemental Life Insurance for self, spouse and child(ren)

• Short-Term Disability

• Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care Reimbursement and/or Dependent Care Reimbursement Account)

• Accident Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Hospital Care Insurance

• Deferred Compensation Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Annual Paid Time Off accrual of 21 days to start, increasing up to a maximum of 33 days per year.

• 12 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• On-Site Well@Work Clinic available to Sherburne County Employees and Dependents covered under our plan.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Public Employees Retirement (PERA):

Part-Time employees working less than 30 hours per week, Seasonal, Temporary and Interns are not eligible for benefits.

01

Which of the following qualifications do you possess? Check all that apply.

• Four year degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related filed
• Masters degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related filed
• None of the above

02

List degree(s) and/or education received and where obtained as indicated in Question #1. If no degree type "N/A".

03

Completion of a 400 hour internship or 400 hours of volunteer services and/or work experience is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you have writing court ordered Pre-Sentence Investigations for sentencing purposes?

• 5+ years of experience
• 4-5 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience

05

How many years of experience do you have supervising clients in the community on probation/supervised release?

• 5+ years of experience
• 4-5 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience

06

How many years of direct community supervision do you have with domestic violence clients?

• 5+ years of experience
• 4-5 years of experience
• 3-4- years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience

07

In which of the following do you have formal training and practical experience? Check all that apply and attach certificate to your application.

• LS/CMI
• Domestic Violence Risk Assessment
• Motivational Interviewing I
• Motivational Interviewing II
• Carey Guides
• Case Planning

08

Veterans Preference: Veterans preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans and are added to the exam results. Points are awarded subject to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 197.455. YOU MUST SUPPLY A COPY OF YOUR DD214 (Member Copy 4). Disabled veterans must also supply a Summary of Benefits Letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or an equivalent letter from a service retirement board. Spouses applying for preference points must supply their marriage certificate, the veterans DD214 and Summary of Benefits Letter from USDVAFL or death certificate. All required documentation must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the posted closing date. Are you applying for veterans preference points?

• NO
• YES - veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge - see MN Stat 197.447
• YES - veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability
• YES - spouse of a veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and has a service connected disability (the Veteran must also be qualified to apply for the position but their service connected disability restricts them from applying for or performing the job duties)
• YES - spouse of a deceased veteran who served on active duty 181 or more consecutive days and received an honorable discharge and had a service connected disability

09

If, during or after your interview, Sherburne County determines that you have been convicted of a misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony for which a jail sentence was or could have been imposed, you may be disqualified from this position by operation of law or county policy. I have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

10

I affirm that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may disqualify me for consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Sherburne County for up to three years.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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