Court Services Officer I - 18th Judicial District

Court Services Officer I, Grade 36

Location of Employment: Judicial District, Wichita, Kansas

Position Title and Salary: Court Services Officer I, Grade 36, $28.78 hourly

Job Duties: This is court services work supervising and otherwise assisting clients who are persons under the jurisdiction of the District Court. The work involves communication and interaction with clients under the court's jurisdiction and with other concerned parties in the investigation and preparation of reports to the Court; assisting clients in understanding and in meeting requirements that have been placed on them, conducting analysis and breathalyzers, and assisting clients in identifying needs and finding appropriate outlets and/or specific help in meeting the needs. An incumbent in this class prepares reports to investigate, or organizes information for effective transfer of supervision, maintains records of contact with clients and of the caseload in general, and works closely with individuals and agencies in developing and using their resources. Must be able to obtain the following certifications within one year and maintain an annual certification thereafter: SSSI, LCMI, WRNA, and EPICS. Work is performed independently or in teams under the general direction of a senior court services officer and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and evaluations.

Required Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a major course of study in corrections, counseling, criminology, logging, psychology, social work, or a related field.

Additional Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of interviewing techniques. Knowledge of individual counseling techniques. Knowledge of English usage and written communication. Ability to communicate in form concisely and accurately so that others can comprehend the ideas being conveyed.