Kind of Work

The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2021. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $23.96 - $36.03 per hour.

Specialized technical work involved with the development of procedures and computer programs, as well as coordination of PC systems, telecommunications, and network system support.

Distinguishing Features of Work

An employee in this class is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the information infrastructure, including computer programming and hardware. The work also involves the analyzing and revising of existing procedures and programs, preparing documentation or program structure, testing programs for accuracy, maintaining existing programs, and supporting the telecommunications and network systems of Arrowhead Regional Corrections (ARC). The work is performed under the general direction of the Executive Director of ARC.

Work Environment

These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled. FREQUENT: Lifting & carrying up to 20 lbs.; feel/finger; sitting; talking/speaking; typing; hearing; vision; working with & around others; customer and public contact.

Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail):

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in computer science or a related field; OR, possession of a vocational certificate in data processing and one year experience in computer programming and systems analysis; OR, a combination of experience and training determined by the Executive Director of ARC.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING ASSESSMENT- (SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - 100% of the scoring process):
Points will be awarded for job-related experience and education exceeding the minimum qualifications. Only experience occurring during the ten most recent years will be used in determining this assessment. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

Please Note: When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage will time out after 30 minutes. It's highly recommended you draft your answers in a Word document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes will result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE:

• February 10, 2021 - Applicant screening will begin.    
• Week of March 1, 2021 - Supplemental Questions to be completed    
• Week of March 15, 2021 - Interviews to be conducted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

• Veteran: DD214 noting character of service    
• Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months. 
• Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)    
• Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Please refer to Minnesota Statute 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here.

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS:
Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING:
Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK:
Applicants selected for appointment to a position with Arrowhead Regional Corrections are subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION:
All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Appointees to the position must successfully complete a one year probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION:
Arrowhead Regional Corrections is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Eligible Arrowhead Regional Corrections employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vision

Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.