Working Title: Security Counselor
Job Class: Security Counselor
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 95256
Location : Moose Lake
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 07/02/2026
Closing Date : 09/02/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Moose Lake AFSCME
Division/Unit : MSOP Moose Lake
Work Shift/Work Hours : Varies
Days of Work : Varies
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $27.33 - $34.96 / hourly; $57,065 - $72,996 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
Work Area : MSOP Moose Lake
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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.
This is an opportunity to be part of an organization that is committed to our staff, clients, and the community. The Minnesota Sex Offender Program serves people who are court ordered to receive sex offender treatment via the civil commitment process. Program staff provide comprehensive services including therapy, education programming, therapeutic recreation, vocational programming and volunteer services, health and wellness to clients in a therapeutic environment where safety and security are at the forefront of all campus activities.
Security Counselors provide supervision to clients who are civilly committed to the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP). In this role, the Security Counselor utilizes a team approach to ensure a safe, secure and therapeutic environment in which the clients work towards successful community reintegration. Working in this environment may present a variety of unique and unforeseen situations which require the Security Counselor to respond in a calm manner that de-escalates and prevents potentially dangerous situations.
Job duties and responsibilities for the Security Counselor position includes:
To ensure safety, security, and control is maintained within the facility through consistent and systematic application of established policies/procedures.
To provide and ensure consistent, fair and humane treatment of clients during the course of daily activities.
To provide and receive information in an accurate, timely and dependable manner.
To be competent in the use of security, electrical, mechanical, electronic, and all other equipment associated with the position.
To be prepared for and respond to any unusual or emergency situations.
To act in a professional manner and set a good example both on and off the job.
To use time wisely and to the benefit of the facility.
To be knowledgeable of and support facility post orders, operating guidelines, instructions, security procedures, and division directives that apply to the duties assigned and to enhance operational methods.
Note: This announcement will be used to fill multiple permanent, full-time, part-time, and/or intermittent (on-call), Security Counselor vacancies within the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) in Moose Lake. The shifts may be day, evening, or overnight.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify applicants must have:
A High School diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age and least ONE of the following in order to qualify for further consideration:
One or more years of full-time work experience in ANY field; OR
Two or more years of part-time work experience in ANY field
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) year of volunteer/work experience which demonstrates skills in human relations capacity sufficient to assist in the resolution of disputes; provide ongoing support and direction to clients and facilitate living, social, and leisure activities.
Ability to implement treatment strategies and recognize and report sudden behavioral and physical changes to appropriate staff OR training in therapeutic intervention and behavior management.
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 high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma 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.
