Community Corrections Director

Job Summary

Serves as the Community Corrections administrator for the county ensuring state requirements for Community Corrections Act Counties and other applicable state and federal statutes are met. Provides management and oversight for all activities within the department, including planning and organizing the services to the court through probation/parole, counseling, treatment, or detention. This position is directly responsible for development and implementation of department practices and procedures. Evaluates programs and staff, develops strategic plans, and operates department within budget guidelines. In addition, implements new programs; integrates services across systems; and prepares reports for the Community Corrections Advisory Board, local task forces, and the County Board.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provides leadership in establishing and achieving a vision for Community Corrections which includes overall direction, coordination, analyzing, modifying, evaluating, and recommending activities and programming to ensure that policies and procedures, program outcomes, and objectives are achieved in compliance with county, state, and federal laws.
• Oversees the preparation and administration of the department budget and monitors program delivery to ensure balanced provision of service and appropriate use of resources. 
• Supervises the work of staff and supervisors in Community Corrections; hires; and promotes. Trains employees on new tasks, schedules, makes work assignments, directs work, evaluates performance, rewards, and disciplines. 
• Negotiates with the County Board, the Community Corrections Advisory Board, local legislators, and county and Court Administrative offices to establish operational goals and to ensure standards and court requirements are met. 
• Assists with program and policy development; coordinates services of designated programs with related community organizations and other county departments. 
• Assesses existing and anticipated service levels, staffing needs and program requirements and recommends funding levels and revenue sources to meet requirements. 
• Provides supervision, oversight, and direction to department supervisors and Juvenile Alternative Facility (JAF) Manager to ensure services and programs are provided in an effective, efficient, and lawful manner. 
• Functions as a liaison to groups and individuals within the community and represents Scott County and the department on special committees. Actively engages with the community, stakeholders, and the public in delivering and programming of services and programs. 
• Reviews and recommends new legislation as it would affect the department; works with county administration to coordinate legislative communication, information gathering, and testimony at the legislature as appropriate. 
• Directs the preparation of required state and federal reports on program activity and effectiveness, including the Comprehensive Plan.
• Supports or leads objectives and strategies related to the Health and Human Services Division Business Plan or County Strategic Plan.
• Responsible for supporting an inclusive environment focused on equitable outcomes.
• Works with the Department of Corrections (DOC), Minnesota Association of County Probation Officers (MACPO), and the Minnesota Association of Community Correction Act counties (MACCA) to identify and address common goals and objectives. 
• Performs supervisory duties as defined in MN Statute 179A.03 Subd. 17.
• Works the days and hours necessary to perform all assigned responsibilities and tasks. Must be available (especially during regular business hours or shifts) to communicate with other employees, supervisors, customers, vendors, and any other person or organization with whom interaction is required to accomplish work and employer goals. 
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires the equivalency of a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related field and six years of increasingly complex corrections experience, including at least two years of supervisory experience. Training in evidence-based practices (i.e., risk assessment, motivational interviewing, case planning, and cognitive behavior) is desired. The incumbent shall possess a valid driver's license and provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The employee is under broad policy guidance and direction from the Health and Human Services Director. The Director is a member of the HHS Division Management Team. Performance is evaluated through conferences, written reports, objectives achieved, and performance reviews. 

The incumbent directs and oversees the work of others, including program/service planning and delivery, personnel selection, evaluation of work performance, training, and disciplinary activities. Performs supervisory duties as defined in MN Statute 179A.03 Subd. 17.

The incumbent promotes employee professional development and provides coaching and mentoring to others.

COMPETENCIES AND ABILITIES

• Customer Service - Delivers government services in a respectful, responsive, and solution-oriented manner.
• Communication - Is always clear about what we're doing and why we're doing it.
• Collaboration - Works with partners – communities, schools, faith groups, private business, and non-profit agencies – to see that services are not duplicated but rather are complimentary, aligned, and provided by the partners who can deliver the service most effectively.
• Stewardship - Works proactively to make investments, guided by resident input, which will transform lives, communities, and government.
• Empowerment - Works with individuals and families to affirm strengths, develop skills, restore hope, and promote self-reliance.
• Resiliency - Fosters public preparedness and responds when families and communities face health and safety emergencies.
• Innovation - Takes informed risks to deliver services more effectively and learns from successes and failures.
• Knowledge – Extensive knowledge of management and leadership principles and practices.
• Knowledge of operating rules and procedures in the judicial system.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and local laws, rules, and regulations as they apply to Community Corrections.
• Knowledge of the programs and functions of the division, recognizing the inter-relatedness of services provided.
• Knowledge of union agreements as they govern the management of personnel within Community Corrections.
• Knowledge of the statutory and promulgated rules and requirements.
• Knowledge of the employee relations policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of principles, techniques and laws related to strategic planning, management analysis and program evaluation, budgeting, information systems, and contracting for services.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws regulating the supervision of offenders in the community.
• Knowledge of county policies, procedures, and labor contracts.
• Knowledge and understanding of and respect for the diversity of customers, co-workers, and supervisors, including individuals with a disability or whose first language may be other than English.
• Abilities – Skill in analyzing project needs and in preparing long-range and strategic responses to meet those needs.
• Skill in analyzing, preparing and managing a budget to achieve mission and vision.
• Skill in developing written presentations, making oral presentations, listening, interpersonal relations and negotiation.
• Ability to effectively manage a wide variety of programs and services.
• Ability to understand trends and interpret research that may affect the provisions of services.
• Ability to inspire others to achieve results by promoting involvement, participation and cooperation.
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to the employees to the department, planning, organizing, and executing policies and programs.
• Ability to prepare and deliver effective oral presentations to small and large groups, including elected officials and the general public, sometimes on a sensitive or divisive and Community Corrections issues.
• Ability to work in arenas of conflict and bring diverse opinions to a resolution or consensus.
• Ability and skill to organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Ability to speak, present, and interact in public arenas with composure, professionalism, and discretion.
• Ability to use MS Office software for the performance of essential duties. 
• Ability to use appropriate discretion in dealing with matters of a confidential nature.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Typical characteristics of the regular, ongoing work environment of this position requires inside work, typically in an office setting. The position is multi-task oriented and includes periods of stress when balancing multiple and varied needs/demands of services.

Physical activities include sedentary to light work: Reaching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Lifts and/or navigates up to 35 pounds on a routine basis in handling files and equipment necessary for performing the essential duties of the job.

SELECTION PROCESS

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.