Community Service Officer - Temporary

Job Posting End Date:
March 3, 2026 at 11:59pm CST. Hiring range: $27.00 per hour. The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work‑life balance! A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application.

Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on 03/03/2026 to be considered.

• $27.00 per hour.
• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 28: $24.47–$33.03 per hour.
• Gain valuable experience with the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.
• Advancement and professional development opportunities.

• 13301 Hanson Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304 (Anoka County Sheriff's Office).
• Expected work hours: up to 25 hours per week based on department needs.

• Respond to non‑emergency calls for service, assist with motorist aids, vehicle lockouts, and towing situations.
• Enforce County/City ordinances and assist in the enforcement of animal control ordinances.
• Assist deputies at the scene of an accident with traffic control.
• Assist with traffic and radar surveys.
• Assist with scheduling and transporting squad units for maintenance.
• Respond to questions and requests for information from citizens, both in‑person and by phone.
• Write incident reports.
• Provide escorts throughout the Blaine Human Services Center, patrol by foot, and monitor the interior and exterior of the facility.
• Respond to medical emergencies and routine security requests within the facility.
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned by Supervisor.

• Minimum: high school diploma.
• Current student with at least one year left in a law enforcement program.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• Successful background investigation.
• American Red Cross CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications (or obtain within six months of hire).

• Previous related experience such as security, law enforcement, or customer service.
• Previous experience writing reports or business documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Standard office environment; travel to various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, including potential emergency or disaster response sites.
• May involve contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients.
• Requires normal vision and hearing, ability to use computers, read, speak, and follow instructions.
• Physical activity includes walking, standing, lifting (0–25 lbs. regularly, up to 75 lbs. occasionally), bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and handling equipment.
• Must be able to detect a wide range of scents; handle exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, radiation, chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

The application will be used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions and to assess the qualifications required. Successful applicants will proceed through the selection process.

A successful pre‑employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen, DOT physical, and other qualifications checks may be required. Applicants must sign an informed consent form allowing the County to conduct these screenings; applicants who do not sign will not be considered.

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. Our mission is to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County’s 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner.

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our affirmative action plan and equal employment opportunity. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.