Job Class: Corrections Detention Facilities Inspector
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 92015
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/10/2026
Closing Date : 02/23/2026
Hiring Agency : Department of Corrections
Division/Unit : Office of Inspector General - Inspection & Enforcement
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, up to 25% of the time
Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Multiple positions will be filled by consideration of all applicants to this posting.
These positions conduct regular and periodic inspections of county jails, adult and juvenile detention facilities, adult halfway houses, and group residential homes for youths and act as authorized agents for the Department of Corrections (DOC) with respect to providing technical assistance to facility administrative personnel. Responsibilities include:
Conduct licensing inspections of county jails, adult and juvenile detention facilities, group residential homes for youth, adult halfway houses, and certification of out-of-state juvenile programs as assigned in order that compliance with federal, state and local statutes and standards can be determined, and where appropriate, take action toward proper resolution of non-compliance or problem areas to ensure the safety, security and health of all residents and staff.
Complete audits of Minnesota detention and other facilities using the Federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (JJDP) Act, through the 2002 authorization, and determining compliance with the four core requirements.
Provide technical assistance and training with respect to facility and workforce planning, construction activities, operational procedures, and program development.
Conduct all enforcement activities, inclusive of developing recommendations for restricted use, license suspension, or license revocation of assigned facilities as deemed necessary to ensure the health, safety and security of a juvenile facility's residents and/or staff.
Evaluate all complaints and/or unusual occurrences arising within county jails, adult private prisons, holding facilities, and adult halfway houses that are related to licensing standards.
These positions will require regular travel to facilities throughout the state of Minnesota to conduct inspection activities. These positions are subject to the State of MN's telework policy requiring employees living within 50 miles of DOC's Central Office location in St. Paul to work on-site 50% of the time. Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or a bordering state in a county along the Minnesota state line.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Two (2) years of inspection, investigation, auditing, and/or regulatory compliance experience in a correctional or human services setting.
A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Applicants who meet the experience requirements listed above will be further assessed on the following:
Analytical skills sufficient to evaluate complaints and determine compliance with licensing or certification standards.
Human relations skills sufficient to communicate, persuade, and negotiate with other local criminal justice and public officials, respond to inquiries, and provide technical assistance.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:
A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related field.
Experience working in a children's residential facility (Rule 2960) setting, adult jail facility (Rule 2911) setting, and/or adult residential facility (Rule 2920) setting.
Knowledge of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA), and/or laws and regulations pertaining to confinement of persons in secure and non-secure facilities.
Knowledge of building, life safety, and health codes.
Knowledge of and skill in investigative techniques.
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ( Katie.Wynn@state.mn.us ).
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
