Court Services Officer I - 10th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Branch • Olathe, KS

22d • $29

About The Position

This position will be part of the Court Services Domestic team. Job duties may include Mediation, Conciliation, Expedited Child Interviews or Child Custody Evaluations under the jurisdiction of the District Court. Conducting custody evaluations and child interviews involves communicating, interviewing, and interacting with parents, children, and other various personal and professional references who have had interaction with the family. You may be expected to conduct home visits as well. You will prepare reports for the Court and make recommendations in the best interest of the child regarding custody, parenting time, or parenting concerns. Providing Mediation and Conciliation services includes facilitating agreements between parties by providing direction and encouragement, finding creative ways to assist parents in working together towards mutual agreement, and possessing the ability to maintain control of the conversation during times of conflict or disagreement. You will prepare reports for the Courts relative to the service provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or a related field is required.
• This position requires attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills, and computer skills.
• The desired candidate must demonstrate the ability to maintain calm in stressful situations, work in a fast-paced environment, and possess exceptional writing skills.
• The candidate should be able to work independently and as an efficient member of a team.
• A writing sample will be required.
• Successful candidate must be able to pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification in Mediation/Conciliation
• Experience working with family courts, high conflict families, mediation services or families who are separating or who have separated.

Responsibilities

• Mediation
• Conciliation
• Expedited Child Interviews
• Child Custody Evaluations
• Conducting custody evaluations and child interviews
• Conduct home visits
• Prepare reports for the Court
• Make recommendations in the best interest of the child regarding custody, parenting time, or parenting concerns
• Facilitating agreements between parties by providing direction and encouragement
• Finding creative ways to assist parents in working together towards mutual agreement
• Possessing the ability to maintain control of the conversation during times of conflict or disagreement
• Prepare reports for the Courts relative to the service provided

Benefits

• Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
• The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level