Probation Officer Assistant

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Anoka County Courthouse time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R5586

Job Posting End Date:
January 29, 2026 at 11:59pm CSTHiring range: $57,262 to $67,288 ($27.53 to $32.35 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 01/29/2026 in order to be considered.
** Position Description
** Working to build a safer community is the mission of the Anoka County Community Corrections department. The department has an immediate opening for Probation Officer Assistant who is responsible for various tasks, such as completing bail evaluations, conducting criminal record checks, and preparing Pre-Sentence Investigation reports for the court.

Anoka County’s Human Services division is committed to working with people to improve lives through collaboration across its five departments:
Community Corrections, Community Social Services & Behavioral Health, Economic Assistance, and the Job Training Center.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of February 2nd, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
** Pay & Benefits
*** Salary: $57,262 to $67,288 ($27.53 to $32.35 per hour).
* Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 30: $57,262 to $77,292 ($27.53 to $37.16 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
* 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 work at Anoka County Courthouse, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303.
* Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
** Job Duties and Responsibilities*
* * These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Probation Officer Assistant.
** Analyze and document criminal record checks.
* Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to engage defendants and obtain relevant information.
* Gather pertinent information from collateral contacts, such as, community agencies, probation agencies, family members, and victims.
* Review case history, police reports, and information provided by defendant.
* Complete Bail Evaluations.
* Prepare Pre-Sentence Investigation reports and make specific sentencing recommendations.
* Maintain accurate documentation of case activity utilizing department and offender data systems and computer hardware.
** Qualifications and Requirements:
**** Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
*** Requires a high school diploma.
* In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
* Must be 21 years of age or older by date of hire.
* Successfully pass driver’s license background check.
* Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.
** Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed
*** Degree in Corrections, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology or related field.
* One or more years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience in a Correctional setting.
* Experience with reviewing and documenting criminal history.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
** Physical Demands and Work Conditions
*** Standard office environment, correctional and detention…