Court Services Officera I - 29th Judicial District

Court Services Officer I

Location of Employment: 29th Judicial District, Wyandotte County, Kansas City, KS Position Title and Salary: Court Services Officer I, Grade 36, $28.78 hourly Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)

Job Duties:

• Supervision and monitoring of children and families under the jurisdiction of the District Court, Child in Need of Care Department.
• Support to the Juvenile Offender Unit if needed.
• Management of a Child in Need of Care caseload or other specific caseload as directed by the Department's CSOIII; compile and maintain documentation on all contacts, utilize required court case management systems in all cases.
• Provide the court with a professional assessment which should assist the court in making appropriate findings and orders.
• Court appearance, home studies, court reports, home visits, child investigations, family assessments, correspond with other agencies and the public.
• Comply with requirements of state mandated as well as local policies and procedures; and perform any additional duties as required by the CSOIII, Chief CSO or the Court.

Required Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in corrections, criminology, counseling, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field. All applicants are subject to a name-based criminal history background check. Must have a valid Driver's License and access to legal means of transportation. If employed by Court Services, the new employee must pass a fingerprint-based background check within the first 30 days of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of the child welfare and/or juvenile justice fields.
• Experience in caseload management.
• Ability to multitask and have excellent time management skills.
• You must be able to complete YLS certification within 12 months of employment and maintain certification while employed.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and written.
• Proficient use of current computer programs and technology.
• Professional, courteous and cooperative in demeanor.

Applications will be accepted until: Open until filled The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact ada@kscourts.org or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711. THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER