Intern-Sheriff's Office

Salary: $18.00 HourlyLocation : Milaca, MNJob Type: InternJob Number: 00878Department: Administrative Services OfficeOpening Date: 04/08/2026Closing Date: ContinuousDescriptionThe County Internship Program is designed to offer interns the opportunity to gain experience in a local government setting through different projects of progressive difficulty, while providing for an opportunity to interact with other students in the program and expand their network within Mille Lacs County government.This internship is scheduled for a total of 67 days or less. For a complete position description, click Rate of pay is $18.00/hour.This position will be assigned to the Sheriff's Office.Essential FunctionsThis job description indicates the normal type and level of work expected of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as apparent or assigned.Administrative Services Office: Learn about the basic functions of County government, including, specifically, central service functions such as County Board operations, human resources, finance, and organizational development. Assist with preservation of records, continuous improvement efforts, classification and compensation study, and other miscellaneous projects.Community & Veterans Services Office: Learn about health and human services, child/adult protection, child support establishment and collection, Public Health Nurse (PHN) family home visiting, and care coordination for elderly populations. Assist with documentation of case plans and client visits/targeted case management functions in the agency's record management system.Land Services Office: Learn about the functions of various offices, including the Auditor-Treasurer, Recorder, and Zoning. Assist with the preservation of historical records, permits, and real estate transactions, and provide support for elections.Public Works: Learn about the functions of a County Public Works Department, including engineering, construction, and maintenance. Assist with project administration, data gathering and analysis, preservation of historical records, and various maintenance projects.Minimum QualificationsPlanned or current participation in a post-secondary program. Must be 18 years of age by date of employment.A valid Class D driver's license is required.An interest in local government and public service with the ability to work independently is preferred.Selection ProcessTop candidates will be invited to participate in oral interviews.The following is intended to be a general overview of benefits provided for full-time positions. Insurance benefits become effective the first day of the month following the month of hire. Further details and a complete copy of the applicable contract/policy language are available at the time an employment offer is extended. If you have any questions about the benefits, please contact the Administrative Services Office atMedical InsuranceEmployees have three (3) medical insurance plans to choose from, within three (3) different networks. The rates shown are effective 1/1/2026 through 12/31/2026.Single Coverage Total Monthly PremiumSingle Coverage Monthly Employee CostSingle Coverage Monthly HSA ContributionFamily Coverage Monthly Total PremiumFamily Coverage Monthly Employee CostFamily Coverage Monthly HSA ContributionRTS Medica Passport2000-25% HSA$971.66$0$93.75$2,582.30$932.30N/A850-40$1,093.56$121.90N/A$2,906.28$1,256.28N/A400-35$1,155.78$184.12N/A$3,071.64$1,421.64N/ARTS Medica Elect2000-25% HSA$850.20$0$208.33$2,259.52$609.52N/A850-40$956.86$0N/A$2,543.00$893.00N/A400-35$1,011.30$39.64N/A$2,687.68$1,037.68N/ARTS Medica VantagePlus2000-25% HSA$825.90$0$229.17$2,194.96$544.96N/A850-40$929.52$0N/A$2,470.34$820.34N/A400-35$982.42$10.76N/A$2,610.90$960.90N/AEmployees may choose to contribute additional funds to their HSA each year, up to the IRS limit of $4,400 for singles, and $8,750 for families. Once at age 55, employees can contribute an additional $1,000 (to either single or family) as long as they are not covered under Medicare. The IRS limit applies to the total employer and employee contributions combined. Employer contributions (if eligible) will go into a Health Savings Account.Dental InsuranceThere is no cost to the employee for single coverage. Family coverage costs the employee $76.46 per month.Vision InsuranceVision coverage is available and paid for by the employee at the following monthly rates:Employee Only - $5.85Employee + Spouse - $11.69Employee + Children - $11.31Family - $18.35Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's) AvailablePlan options include medical and dependent care FSAs, as well as a premium only plan (pre-tax deduction of medical and dental premiums). These amounts cannot be changed during the year unless there is a qualifying life event. All funds must be used by the claims deadline.FSA Medical/Health max election of $3,400 per yearLimited Purpose FSA max election of $3,400 per year (funds can only be used for vision, dental or orthodontia expenses when paired with an HSA until medical deductible has been met)FSA Dependent Care max election of $7,500 per year per family ($3,750 if married and filing separately)Paid Time OffHolidays: Full-time employees have approximately 14.5 paid holidays per year, including floating holidays, subject to the terms of the Personnel Policy or Collective Bargaining Agreement as applicable.Vacation: Full-time employees earn 11 to 23 days per year, depending on tenure. Part-time employees earn pro- rated accruals.Sick Time: Full-time employees accrue 12 sick days per year. Part-Time employees earn pro-rated accruals.Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Benefits ProvidedEmployees fall under the General, Police & Fire, or Correctional defined benefit plan depending on their position. PERA rates and handbooks available on-line:Contribution amounts are based on the employee's pay each pay period.Employer Contribution Employee ContributionCoordinated Plan 7.5% 6.5%Police & Fire Plan 16.2% 10.8%Correctional Plan 10.25% 6.83%Deferred Compensation Program AvailableDeferred Compensation Plans are available through Nationwide: https://preauth/index.htmlLife InsuranceThere is no cost to the employee for $15,000 in basic life insurance coverage. Rates for voluntary additional coverage for employee or spouse vary according to age category:AgeofEmployee Or Spouse EmployeeMonthlyCost Per $1,000Underage 35.0635-39.1040-44.1245-49.1750-54.2555-59.4560-64.6865-691.2970-742.08Dependent Life & Child Life Insurance Packages AvailableChild life is available as a $10,000 policy on each child; the cost is $1.30 per month. Dependent care is available as a $2,500 policy on all tax dependents; the cost is $0.66 per month.Long-term Disability Insurance Plan AvailableRates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs.AgePer$100Monthly BenefitUnderage 25.2625-29.3330-34.4035-39.4840-44.6545-49.9450-541.2555-591.5160+1.53Short-term Disability Insurance Plan AvailableRates vary according to age and coverage amount; rates listed reflect monthly costs.AgePer$100WeeklyBenefitUnderAge 301.0030-341.1035-391.1040-441.1045-491.3050-541.7055-592.0060-642.4065+2.80Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Confinement Insurance Available01Are you 18 years of age or older, or will be by 5/15/2026?YesNo02Do you have a valid driver's license?YesNo03Do you have any experience working with local government or public service?YesNo04If yes, please explain this experience. If no, type "N/A".05Why are you interested in this internship with Mille Lacs County?