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Supervisor, Community Corrections- Juvenile Service Center
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Community Corrections Supervisor
Dakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. This position performs highly responsible duties managing assigned operations and personnel of the Human Resources Department to include the planning, development, and implementation of employee compensation and job classification programs. Directs staff in the planning, development, and implementation of new or revised programs, policies, and procedures to be responsive to County goals and competitive practices. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related behavioral science field AND four years of experience in a corrections or human services agency OR Master's degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Education or related behavioral science field AND two years of experience in a corrections or human services agency. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience to total 8 or more years. Required license(s): Valid driver's license. Duties & Responsibilities
The Community Corrections Supervisor is accountable to and receives authority from the Director and Deputy Director. The supervisor exercises initiative and independence in the performance of duties. The supervisor has primary responsibility for the coordination and provision of all services/programs offered to system customers in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the Community Corrections Department. These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions. General supervision duties: manage the JSC staff schedule, manage the JSC training plans, supervise and manage personnel; organize, assign, and delegate unit staff duties and task areas, determine training needs for staff, evaluate staff performance, etc. Lead policy and program planning; recommend policy and procedures, determine outcome measures, provide quality assurance, determine gaps in service and propose new initiatives to address needs. Manage budgets. Represent department at external meetings, committees, and functions. Prepare reports, evaluations, grant applications, and requests for proposals. Provide occasional weekend supervisory coverage both on-call and in the secured facility. Essential job functions: duties 1-6 are essential functions Juvenile Services Center (Secured Facility) duties: ensure safety of juveniles, staff, contractors and others in the secured facility and perimeter, including the control center. Ensure training needs of staff are met through supervision of training coordinator and development of training plans. Lead facility development of/compliance with departmental, facility and state policies and procedures, including safety, security, health/welfare, supplies inventory, information systems/data entry, and training. Collaborate with colleagues to maintain resident case management across programs. Collaborate with colleagues to maintain smooth operations of secured facility. Ensure staffing coverage standards are met through oversight of the staff schedule. Oversee quality, completeness of resident cases and facility records. Oversee and ensure facility compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Oversee resident basic needs to include purchasing, contracts, and services oversight. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment
Skills in time management, work prioritizing, and oversight of multiple tasks. Knowledge of MN juvenile corrections/law enforcement statutes. Knowledge of criminal behavior and/or juvenile delinquency. Knowledge of the eight Evidence Based Principles for Effective Intervention and the ability to align those principles with the core business practices of an organization. Knowledge of the Minnesota Criminal Justice Process sufficient to make sound decisions regarding correctional intervention. Knowledge of legislative, local and state mandates governing supervision of residents, dissemination of information and case management. Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care. Knowledge of staff development. Ability to update policies to meet regulatory standards. Ability to collaborate with both internal and external partners. Ability to exercise sound decisions within the framework of Departmental and State guidelines. Ability to maintain good working relationships with residents, departmental personnel, community groups and other system players. Ability to work both independently and with team members to accomplish tasks, planning functions and problems resolution. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Work is performed in a County office building. Some travel is required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to hazardous materials such as chemicals, blood, and other body fluids may occur on the job. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computer, printer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines, camera, pager, video equipment, and Proxima. Pursuant to Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual Section 3240 (13), this position is designated as Safety Sensitive. Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. Excellent work-life balance. Generous paid time off (accrual rate starts at four weeks per year). Eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday each year. Pension with a generous employer contribution. Ability to work from home some of the time. Selection Process
You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions. You are assigned a score based on your qualifications. Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration. We conduct interviews and reference checks before extending an offer. We extend an offer and conduct background checks.
Dakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. This position performs highly responsible duties managing assigned operations and personnel of the Human Resources Department to include the planning, development, and implementation of employee compensation and job classification programs. Directs staff in the planning, development, and implementation of new or revised programs, policies, and procedures to be responsive to County goals and competitive practices. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related behavioral science field AND four years of experience in a corrections or human services agency OR Master's degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, Education or related behavioral science field AND two years of experience in a corrections or human services agency. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience to total 8 or more years. Required license(s): Valid driver's license. Duties & Responsibilities
The Community Corrections Supervisor is accountable to and receives authority from the Director and Deputy Director. The supervisor exercises initiative and independence in the performance of duties. The supervisor has primary responsibility for the coordination and provision of all services/programs offered to system customers in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the Community Corrections Department. These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions. General supervision duties: manage the JSC staff schedule, manage the JSC training plans, supervise and manage personnel; organize, assign, and delegate unit staff duties and task areas, determine training needs for staff, evaluate staff performance, etc. Lead policy and program planning; recommend policy and procedures, determine outcome measures, provide quality assurance, determine gaps in service and propose new initiatives to address needs. Manage budgets. Represent department at external meetings, committees, and functions. Prepare reports, evaluations, grant applications, and requests for proposals. Provide occasional weekend supervisory coverage both on-call and in the secured facility. Essential job functions: duties 1-6 are essential functions Juvenile Services Center (Secured Facility) duties: ensure safety of juveniles, staff, contractors and others in the secured facility and perimeter, including the control center. Ensure training needs of staff are met through supervision of training coordinator and development of training plans. Lead facility development of/compliance with departmental, facility and state policies and procedures, including safety, security, health/welfare, supplies inventory, information systems/data entry, and training. Collaborate with colleagues to maintain resident case management across programs. Collaborate with colleagues to maintain smooth operations of secured facility. Ensure staffing coverage standards are met through oversight of the staff schedule. Oversee quality, completeness of resident cases and facility records. Oversee and ensure facility compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). Oversee resident basic needs to include purchasing, contracts, and services oversight. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment
Skills in time management, work prioritizing, and oversight of multiple tasks. Knowledge of MN juvenile corrections/law enforcement statutes. Knowledge of criminal behavior and/or juvenile delinquency. Knowledge of the eight Evidence Based Principles for Effective Intervention and the ability to align those principles with the core business practices of an organization. Knowledge of the Minnesota Criminal Justice Process sufficient to make sound decisions regarding correctional intervention. Knowledge of legislative, local and state mandates governing supervision of residents, dissemination of information and case management. Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care. Knowledge of staff development. Ability to update policies to meet regulatory standards. Ability to collaborate with both internal and external partners. Ability to exercise sound decisions within the framework of Departmental and State guidelines. Ability to maintain good working relationships with residents, departmental personnel, community groups and other system players. Ability to work both independently and with team members to accomplish tasks, planning functions and problems resolution. Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Work is performed in a County office building. Some travel is required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Exposure to hazardous materials such as chemicals, blood, and other body fluids may occur on the job. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computer, printer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines, camera, pager, video equipment, and Proxima. Pursuant to Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual Section 3240 (13), this position is designated as Safety Sensitive. Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. Excellent work-life balance. Generous paid time off (accrual rate starts at four weeks per year). Eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday each year. Pension with a generous employer contribution. Ability to work from home some of the time. Selection Process
You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions. You are assigned a score based on your qualifications. Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration. We conduct interviews and reference checks before extending an offer. We extend an offer and conduct background checks.