Release Officer

Position: Work Release Officer
Job Posting End Date:
January 14, 2026 at 11:59pm CSTHiring range: $57,324.80 to $67,350.40 ($27.56 to $32.38 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.
Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.
In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 01/14/2026 in order to be considered.
** Position Description
** Working to build a safer community is the mission of the Anoka County Community Corrections department. Community Corrections is committed to leading through implementing innovative, researched based, and results driven services. We believe that individuals can change, and that public safety is enhanced through our balanced approach of targeted interventions and accountability. The department has immediate openings for a Work Release Officer who will perform various duties.

Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include monitoring and escorting inmates in the community, transporting inmates, and responding to emergencies. To learn more about the Work Release Officer position, watch this video: .Anoka County’s Human Services division is committed to working with people to improve lives through collaboration across its five departments:
Community Corrections, Community Social Services & Behavioral Health, Economic Assistance, and the Job Training Center.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Interviews will take place the week of January 19th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
** Pay & Benefits
*** Salary: $57,324.80 to $67,350.40 ($27.56 to $32.38 per hour).
* 2026 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 1108: $57,324.80 to $77,376.00 ($26.75 to $37.20 per hour).
* Night shift differential for those regularly scheduled at least four hours during evening hours (6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.) as outlined by the collective bargaining agreement.
* 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
* Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at .
* Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
* Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
* Advancement/professional development opportunities.
** Work Location
*** This position will work at the Anoka County Workhouse, located at 3300 4th Ave, Anoka, MN 55303.
* Work is performed in a corrections environment.
* Expected work hours are six consecutive days on duty, including holidays and weekends, followed by three consecutive days off.
* Shifts bids are conducted bi-annually, based on seniority. After completion of the required training, most new officers will be assigned to second shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.) or third shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.).
** Job Duties and Responsibilities*
* * These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Work Release Officer.
** Coordinate safe and efficient custodial intakes as well as completing release procedures.
* Perform and electronically document safety, well-being, and facility security checks.
* Provide constant and direct supervision of the in-custody population in their daily living units, including various work assignments.
* Maintain facility rules and regulations using direct supervision, interpersonal communication, directives, disciplinary action, and physical restraint.
* Respond to and assess emergencies, restore order and security, and de-escalate and mediate conflicts.
* Contact employers to obtain work reports.
* Conduct inmate spot checks in the community and escort inmates to appointments.
* Transport inmates between the Workhouse and the Jail and for medical appointments. Monitor…