Driver - Adult Correctional Facility

Driver Position at Hennepin County

The Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) is seeking a driver who has a great attitude, solid work ethic, a good driving record, and looking to jumpstart their driving career. This position will be located at the Adult Correctional Facility located in Plymouth, MN and will be responsible for a variety of professional driving services within the Hennepin County area. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit the employee referral program page. Find us here at upcoming career fairs!

Location and hours: This position is located at the Adult Correctional Facility at 1145 Shenandoah Lane North, Plymouth, Minnesota 55447. There is no public transportation to this facility. The work schedule is on call as needed with a higher need being Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with opportunities to provide coverage during weekday and evening hours as they become available. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.

About the position type: This is a part-time, limited duration (temporary), non-benefit earning position lasting up to two years. This position is internally classified as a Driver. Click here to view the job classification specification.

In this position, you will:

• Maintain and submit routine vehicle usage records.
• Maintain company vehicles by washing and cleaning the interior and exterior, and bringing vehicles in for scheduled servicing and emergency repairs.
• Load and unload vehicle when delivering food, goods, and other supplies to other facilities, departments, and agencies.

Need to have:

• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice to have:

• Experience with the operation and care of passenger or delivery vehicles.
• Experience working in a correctional setting.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to:
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends, days, evenings and on-call hours.
• Provide safe and secure transportation of residents to and from job sites.
• Communicate effectively in stressful circumstances.
• Manage problems and resolve conflicts using tact and discretion.
• Read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions in English; learn routes and read maps.

About the department: The Hennepin County Department of Community Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCCR) works to enhance community safety, promote community restoration, and reduce the risk of re-offense. As the largest community corrections organization in Minnesota, DOCCR serves Hennepin County at multiple locations, ranging from correctional facilities to probation reporting offices and occupational training centers. Staff deliver sustainable correctional services to more than 26,000 adult and juvenile clients. It is the largest community corrections organization in Minnesota. Learn more at

About Hennepin County: Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (login as Guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Why work here? Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.