Working Title: Corrections Data Analyst
Job Class: Management Analyst 1
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 93114
Location : Faribault
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/26/2026
Closing Date : 04/01/2026
Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Minnesota Corrections Facility (MCF) - Faribault
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / 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.
This position is responsible for conducting ongoing and specialized studies of facility programs, organizational structures, methods, and procedures to identify issues, trends, and areas of concern. The role develops, manages, and monitors facility analytics for Central Office, Grants and Research, and Facility Executives, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to support decision-making and operational improvements. Additionally, the position oversees and distributes data requests from Central Office, the public, Communications, and the Attorney General's Office in compliance with established policies and statutes. It also provides administrative backup support to the Warden's Office and the Associate Warden of Operations. The position requires handling classified security information, confidential data, and executive-level administrative matters with discretion and accuracy.
Primary responsibilities include:
Collect and maintain data on staffing, discipline, and facility metrics to support executive decision-making.
Interpret policies to respond to legal and public information requests while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Screen and track Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requests for incarcerated individuals.
Manage automated offender records and background check processing via CATS.
Research facility issues, assist with grievance appeals, and manage specialized budgetary reports.
This position is located inside the Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Faribault. Faribault, MN is located approximately 50 miles south of Minneapolis, MN alongside 35W.
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.
Three (3) years of technical, administrative, or paraprofessional experience supporting business information systems, which includes research, data analysis, reporting, and/or documentation. A Bachelor's degree in a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Applicants who meet the education/experience requirements listed above will be further assessed on the following:
Experience and skill in data retrieval, analysis, data integrity and producing reports.
Experience communicating and working with a variety of individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Experience and technical expertise in software such as Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Analytical and problem-solving skills sufficient to analyze unique situations and devise appropriate solutions based on interpretation of relevant policies and procedures.
Ability to design/update and implement new business practices and procedures including new information systems.
Excellent organizational skills to sufficiently manage multiple priorities and effectively carry out complex oral and written instructions with minimum supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
Five (5) years or more of technical, administrative, or paraprofessional experience supporting business information systems.
Demonstrated experience analyzing records and reports and recommending solutions to procedural and other problems.
Experience working in a correctional setting.
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening. For a copy of the PDA, please email Teresa Moen at teresa.moen@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.
