Hennepin County
As a Juvenile Correctional Officer, you will oversee the safety and well‐being of at‑risk youth in a detention facility. The Juvenile Detention Center (JDC) is a state‑licensed facility for juveniles ages 10 to 18+ pending disposition of their court cases. If you have a passion for working with at‑risk youth and great adaptability skills, this position may be for you.
Some positions require enforcing security regulations and rules of conduct. Positions that are required to be filled by a female applicant are determined to be a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ).
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information, visit the employee referral program.
Location and hours These positions are located at the Hennepin County Juvenile Detention Center, 510 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415. Candidates must be available to work various shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, holidays and weekend hours. Occasional mandatory overtime may be required. Shift schedules of 8 or 10 hours are used to provide 24‑hour coverage, and schedules may change due to division programming adjustments.
A shift differential of $1.00 per hour is paid for nights and weekends. Facility meals are provided and a uniform allowance is given for qualifying positions.
About these position types This posting will be used to hire various full‑time, benefit‑earning and limited‑duration (temporary up to 2 years) positions, and non‑benefit earning positions up to 19 hours per week.
To comply with OSHA, candidates hired into Correctional Officer positions must fit test annually for respirator use and may be required to maintain a facial hair style that does not interfere with respirator fit.
These positions are internally classified as Correctional Officer, Juvenile.
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to view the job classification specification.
In these positions, you will:
Directly supervise the daily activities of a diverse youth population, including school attendance, recreation, programs, visitation, hygiene and sleep monitoring.
Serve as a mentor by establishing healthy relationships, modeling respectful interactions, and promoting prosocial decision‑making.
Foster a respectful group environment among youth.
Implement case plans related to identified therapeutic goals and behavioral plans.
Set and maintain limits for youth related to the rules and expectations of the facility.
Be responsive to issues affecting this population, including trauma histories, cognitive and developmental delay, chemical dependency, and mental health.
Ensure safety and well‑being of residents and staff using motivational interviewing and verbal de‑escalation techniques.
Respond to emergency calls and apply restrictive procedures when necessary to manage dysregulated youth.
Accurately document resident activities and behaviors in log notes and critical incident reports.
Uphold safety and security policies, including resident counts, searches, contraband control and resident wellbeing checks.
Deliver evidence‑based practices by co‑facilitating cognitive behavioral groups, problem‑solving and skills groups, and supervising volunteer or contracted programs.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including other JCOs, supervisors, managers, social workers, school staff, medical staff, probation officers and justice partners.
Receive and release juveniles from the facility; transport residents as needed with a Hennepin County vehicle.
Requirements
Two years or more of college or vocational/technical coursework in corrections, criminal justice, behavioral/social science, or law enforcement, or two years of full‑time equivalent field experience, or active military duty with an honorable discharge.
A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver’s permit.
Minimum age 21 years.
Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, run, and walk inside and outside the facility.
Completion of an Evidence‑Based Practice Corrections Certificate from an approved school may substitute one year of relevant coursework or work experience.
Nice to have
Bachelor’s degree or higher in corrections, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related behavioral/social science field (e.g., sociology, psychology, social work, counseling, education).
Experience serving at‑risk youth in team‑based residential settings such as DOC or DHS licensed group homes, shelters, or treatment programs, or in secondary school or outpatient counseling settings.
Commitment and dedication to adolescent offenders and their families.
Internship or paid work experience with Hennepin County Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) or a similar jurisdiction.
Professional goals related to corrections, probation, counseling, or law enforcement.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse client population.
Knowledge of individual and interpersonal behavior drivers, trauma impact, the juvenile justice system, evidence‑based correctional practices, and cultural competencies across diverse communities.
Candidates with bilingual skills in Spanish, Somali, and/or Hmong are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.
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Some positions require enforcing security regulations and rules of conduct. Positions that are required to be filled by a female applicant are determined to be a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ).
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information, visit the employee referral program.
Location and hours These positions are located at the Hennepin County Juvenile Detention Center, 510 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415. Candidates must be available to work various shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, holidays and weekend hours. Occasional mandatory overtime may be required. Shift schedules of 8 or 10 hours are used to provide 24‑hour coverage, and schedules may change due to division programming adjustments.
A shift differential of $1.00 per hour is paid for nights and weekends. Facility meals are provided and a uniform allowance is given for qualifying positions.
About these position types This posting will be used to hire various full‑time, benefit‑earning and limited‑duration (temporary up to 2 years) positions, and non‑benefit earning positions up to 19 hours per week.
To comply with OSHA, candidates hired into Correctional Officer positions must fit test annually for respirator use and may be required to maintain a facial hair style that does not interfere with respirator fit.
These positions are internally classified as Correctional Officer, Juvenile.
Click here
to view the job classification specification.
In these positions, you will:
Directly supervise the daily activities of a diverse youth population, including school attendance, recreation, programs, visitation, hygiene and sleep monitoring.
Serve as a mentor by establishing healthy relationships, modeling respectful interactions, and promoting prosocial decision‑making.
Foster a respectful group environment among youth.
Implement case plans related to identified therapeutic goals and behavioral plans.
Set and maintain limits for youth related to the rules and expectations of the facility.
Be responsive to issues affecting this population, including trauma histories, cognitive and developmental delay, chemical dependency, and mental health.
Ensure safety and well‑being of residents and staff using motivational interviewing and verbal de‑escalation techniques.
Respond to emergency calls and apply restrictive procedures when necessary to manage dysregulated youth.
Accurately document resident activities and behaviors in log notes and critical incident reports.
Uphold safety and security policies, including resident counts, searches, contraband control and resident wellbeing checks.
Deliver evidence‑based practices by co‑facilitating cognitive behavioral groups, problem‑solving and skills groups, and supervising volunteer or contracted programs.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including other JCOs, supervisors, managers, social workers, school staff, medical staff, probation officers and justice partners.
Receive and release juveniles from the facility; transport residents as needed with a Hennepin County vehicle.
Requirements
Two years or more of college or vocational/technical coursework in corrections, criminal justice, behavioral/social science, or law enforcement, or two years of full‑time equivalent field experience, or active military duty with an honorable discharge.
A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver’s permit.
Minimum age 21 years.
Physical ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, run, and walk inside and outside the facility.
Completion of an Evidence‑Based Practice Corrections Certificate from an approved school may substitute one year of relevant coursework or work experience.
Nice to have
Bachelor’s degree or higher in corrections, criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related behavioral/social science field (e.g., sociology, psychology, social work, counseling, education).
Experience serving at‑risk youth in team‑based residential settings such as DOC or DHS licensed group homes, shelters, or treatment programs, or in secondary school or outpatient counseling settings.
Commitment and dedication to adolescent offenders and their families.
Internship or paid work experience with Hennepin County Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) or a similar jurisdiction.
Professional goals related to corrections, probation, counseling, or law enforcement.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse client population.
Knowledge of individual and interpersonal behavior drivers, trauma impact, the juvenile justice system, evidence‑based correctional practices, and cultural competencies across diverse communities.
Candidates with bilingual skills in Spanish, Somali, and/or Hmong are encouraged to apply. Bilingual candidates who pass a language assessment may qualify for additional bilingual pay and duties.
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