Public Safety Surveillance Technician (Evenings & Weekends)

Stearns County, MN; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Stearns County, MN is seeking a Community Corrections staff member to supervise and monitor clients on court-ordered supervision. The role emphasizes evening and weekend work, with responsibilities including verifying sobriety, maintaining case records, and coordinating with supervising agents to ensure compliance with probation terms.

The position requires handling field visits, documenting activities, and following safety protocols while traveling across Stearns County.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Two years of post-secondary formal education in corrections, criminal justice, psychology, social work, sociology, or similar field and two years of related experience in corrections, education, human services, security, surveillance, or a similar public service field OR five years of related experience in corrections, education, human services, security, surveillance, or a similar public service field, OR a bachelor's degree in corrections, criminal justice, psychology, social work, sociology, or similar field.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license or the ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Reliable means of transportation to travel to multiple locations around Stearns County, some of which may not be accessible by public transportation.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to comply with Bureau of Criminal Apprehension security requirements and certification requirements

Responsibilities

• Assists with supervision of clients by performing surveillance checks, collateral visits, victim contacts, employment verifications, and scheduled/unscheduled visits to ensure compliance with probation terms.
• Collaborates with supervising agents to enhance public safety by enforcing law-abiding behavior and compliance with rules established by the court.
• Monitors abstinence of illegal substance and alcohol use through approved testing such as preliminary breath and urinalysis tests.
• Maintains timely records of contacts with clients by completing chronological entries in CSTS.
• Participates in team process of assigned program.
• Documents case activities to facilitate case planning and provide courts and releasing authorities with information required to make informed decisions.
• Follows safety protocols and carries issued safety equipment (Taser, Radio, OC spray, hand cuffs) at all times to assure safety of self and others.
• Maintains safety equipment at all times and regularly completes required training in use of equipment.
• Attends work in a regular and timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Interviewing techniques

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years post-secondary in corrections, criminal justice, psychology, social work, sociology or related field

Bachelor's degree in corrections, criminal justice, psychology, social work, sociology or related field

Valid Minnesota driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CSTS

Job description

Stearns County, MN is seeking a Community Corrections staff member to supervise and monitor clients on court-ordered supervision. The role emphasizes evening and weekend work, with responsibilities including verifying sobriety, maintaining case records, and coordinating with supervising agents to ensure compliance with probation terms.

The position requires handling field visits, documenting activities, and following safety protocols while traveling across Stearns County.