Child Support Officer

Child Support Officer

Minnesota Prairie County Alliance provides extraordinary human services that build safety, health, and well-being in the communities of Dodge, Steele and Waseca counties. The multi-county agency allows for a deeper bench of staff and increased opportunity for specialization, resulting in improved responsiveness. Join MNPrairie as we transform service delivery to achieve the best outcomes possible using emerging, evidence-based best practices. MNPrairie offers competitive wage and benefits including PERA pension. The environment is fast paced and technologically advanced. Child Support Officer Salary Range: $23.44 - $35.45 per hour Full-Time, Non-Exempt * Child Support Officer - Waseca Site.

Child Support Officer performs paralegal functions related to the establishment and enforcement of child support orders for public assistance and non-public assistance clients; locates absent parents; interviews mothers and alleged fathers to establish paternity, explains rights and obligations and negotiates settlements; initiates necessary legal actions; may work closely with the county attorney, judges, court administrators, child support magistrates, local attorneys, income maintenance and social service staff, employers, and a variety of other resource personnel; testifies in court proceedings; and maintains all necessary and legal documentation. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Child Support Supervisor.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Researches, collects, organizes and analyzes evidence gathered from clients, computer databases, employers, and internal and external agencies to determine the next appropriate legal action.
• E-files legal documents with court administration and facilities service upon all involved parties adhering to MN rules of court.
• Initiates contempt actions on delinquent cases and monitors to ensure ongoing timely payments received and purge conditions are met.
• Meet and confer with all parties connected to the case utilizing a variety of communication methods.

Successful candidates will have: Associates/Technical degree with coursework in paralegal, business, public administration, behavioral or social sciences or related field and considerable (3-5 years) experience working with at-risk populations and the general public. OR High school diploma/GED and a minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Child Support Enforcement Aide. Valid driver's license. Ability to pass a standard background check.

How to Apply:

To be considered, candidates must complete the application process: Visit secure6.entertimeonline.com/ta/6128345.careers to complete a MNPrairie application. The application deadline is Tuesday, October 21st, 2025.

Selection Process: Applicants will be rated based on their application materials and answers to the supplemental questionnaire. The information provided should clearly outline your work experience and skills and support your answers to the supplemental questions. Falsified information may result in disqualification for this position and future positions with Minnesota Prairie County Alliance.