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Forensic Evaluator / Behavioral Med Practitioner

State of Minnesota • Moorhead, MN • 22h ago

Working Title: Forensic Evaluator

Job Class: Behavioral Medicine Practitioner

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

Job ID : 94796

Location : Various

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 06/10/2026

Closing Date : 06/16/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Health Trt Prf

Division/Unit : MSOP Admin Svcs / MSOP ML Psych Services A

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift - 8:00am-4:30pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $39.93 - $65.98 / hourly; $83,373 - $137,766 / annually

Job Class Option : Forensic Examiner

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 213 - Health Treatment Professional/Unrep

FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a residential, sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community and secure setting that provides services to over 700 individuals who have been civilly committed for sexual offending. MSOP is a national leader in the industry and is committed to providing services on the leading edge of the comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of clients. MSOP has facilities in Moose Lake and St. Peter, MN.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is seeking an individual to join our team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Forensic Evaluator . In this role you will provide comprehensive risk assessments, research, and forensic consultation in the specialized field of civilly committed sexual offenders to the Minnesota Sex Offender Program.

As an independent, highly competent, specialized psychologist in this role your responsibilities will include:

Selects and administers assessments, conducts clinical interviews and/or mental status examinations, and completes evaluations

Consults and provides testimony to the Minnesota Commitment Appeal Panel and Special Review Board hearings

Provides specialized and technical consultation to the courts, attorneys, and other professionals

Provides sophisticated problem-solving skills when providing consultations, as well as mentoring and educational experiences to unlicensed psychologists to enhance department's overall clinical skills

Provides mentoring, clinical supervision and training to unlicensed psychologists

As a Forensic Evaluator, you may be eligible for a work arrangement of either telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) or remote (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1447-remoteworker.pdf) designation.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Forensic Psychology

Licensed Psychologist (LP) or be licensed eligible in the state of MN.

1 yr of post licensed work experience in a forensic or correctional setting using evidenced-based treatment approaches and the application of comprehensive psychological services (e.g., psychological evaluation, crisis intervention).

Preferred Qualifications

Competency in administration and interpretation of instruments utilized in forensic evaluations.

Competence and experience in testifying and completing court-ordered evaluations as well as knowledge of mental health case law is highly preferred.

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their Doctoral Degree at time of interview. Copies of the college degrees are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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.

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