Senior Probation Officer

Job Posting End Date: February 19, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $85,363.20 to $102,440.00 ($41.04 to $49.25 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 02/19/2026 in order to be considered.

Position Description

Anoka County Community Corrections is dedicated to building a safer community. We lead with innovative, research‑based, and results‑driven practices. The department currently has an immediate opening for a Senior Probation Officer. This role includes providing care and correctional treatment to individuals in Anoka County’s correctional facilities while ensuring a safe, secure, and well‑supervised environment. Key responsibilities include community supervision, case management, and delivering essential court services.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of March 2nd, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. 

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $85,363.20 to $102,440.00 ($41.04 to $49.25 per hour).
• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 36 – COR INST: $85,363.20 to $119,496.00 ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at  https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will be at one of three Juvenile Corrections facilities, located at 7555 4th Ave, Lino Lakes, MN 55014.
• Institutional staff work rotating schedules that may change based on operational needs and supervisory discretion. Most roles are assigned evening shifts (3:00 PM–11:00 PM) through the union shift‑bid process. Senior Probation Officers at all three facilities work six consecutive days, including weekends and holidays, followed by three days off.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Senior Probation Officer.

• Develop treatment or case plans, use motivational interviewing to promote positive behavior change, assess residents’ readiness for change, and engage residents in the change process.
• Assist with relapse prevention, facilitate groups, coordinate programs, and develop residents’ post-custody release plans.
• Collaborate with providers including school personnel, treatment providers, social services, law enforcement agencies, and families regarding residents’ educational needs, treatment plans and progress, and behavioral progress.
• Apply knowledge of the criminal justice system and processes, chemical health policies and laws, state and federal laws related to licensing standards, de-escalation strategies, and evidence based correctional practices.
• Supervise residents in all facets of juvenile institutional programming, communicating information to other personnel to enforce rules, regulations, policies, and ensure the safety and security of residents and staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation of case activity, including contacts with clients, victims, concerned parties and treatment agencies. Utilize department and offender data systems and computer hardware.
• Conduct security checks of building and grounds and search resident, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
• Respond to emergency situations and call for assistance in the worksite and intervene with appropriate level of force.  
• Comply with the disciplinary practices of the institution in reporting rule violations and applying sanctions. 
• Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a bachelor's degree.