Visiting Monitor, Sheriff's Office

Salary

Stearns County Mission: Provide Exceptional Public Services to Assure a Safe, Healthy, Vibrant County for All.
Stearns County Values: Professional | Approachable | Responsive | Collaborative | Fair & Equitable

Stearns County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Salary Range: $16.33 - $19.50/hour

The Visiting Monitor position plays an important role in helping County inmates connect with family, friends and legal representation.  This is an important step in the rehabilitation process.  This position offers flexible hours and is a great for those interested in learning more about a career in law enforcement.

Position Objective
To provide monitoring of the inmate visitation program at the Stearns County Jail. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe and efficient visitation process which adheres to the facilities rules and procedures.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this position and do not limit the assignment of related duties to this classification.

1. Inspects all visiting areas for safety, security and sanitary conditions.
2. Approves visitors by verifying identity and checking for no-contact orders.
3. Enforces visiting rules and applies sanctions as needed.
4. Assigns visitation stations and monitors time periods for each visitor.
5. Monitors and reviews visits to ensure compliance with visiting rules.
6. Communicates with supervisor regarding questions or problems related to visiting.
7. Maintains documentation logs, reports and other forms as required.
8. Attends work in a regular and timely manner.
9. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

Minimum Qualifications
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must possess the following:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Ability to use a computer

Preferred Experience Beyond Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in or have completed college coursework with emphasis in law enforcement, criminal justice or a related field
• Experience dealing with individuals in a nursing home, daycare, group home or similar setting
• Experience dealing with a diverse population under adverse conditions
• Experience utilizing Microsoft programs

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Ability to learn visitation and property procedures.
2. Ability to learn and understand the operations manual, emergency plan and the facility's entire floor plan, including camera and alarm locations.
3. Ability to deal effectively with adverse persons and situations.
4. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Accountabilities Shared By All Employees
1. Performs job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the County's mission and values.
2. Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of all department and County-wide policies, protocols and procedures that apply to the performance of this position.
3. Develops respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
4. Informs immediate supervisor of all important matters pertaining to assigned job responsibilities.
5. Seeks opportunities for further personal growth and development.
6. Represents the County in a professional manner to all internal and external contacts when doing the County's business.
7. Complies with all rules and policies in order to maintain a safe work environment.

Work Environment and Physical Demands
The primary responsibilities for this position will be performed approximately 100% of the time indoors.  Will require travel to offsite locations and minimal attendance at evening meetings.  Will have infrequent exposure to health hazards and accidents; requires a low level of physical effort. All employees are required to reside within the state of Minnesota.

Extent of Supervision or Guidance Provided
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Sergeant-Corrections.

Responsibility for Public Contact
Frequent.

Hours of Work
Hours for this position vary. The position will average up to 20 hours per week with shifts being scheduled Monday-Sunday with flexible scheduling. A set schedule will be established upon hiring. Potential to work hybrid location.    

Interview Date
If you are selected to be interviewed for this position, interviews will be held on February 12, 2026. Invitations to interview will be sent to the email address listed on the job application and will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.

Benefits

To view Stearns County benefits go to: Stearns County Benefits Page

If you require special accommodations to participate in the Stearns County hiring process, please contact us at 320-656-3606.