Court Services Officer I - 29th Judicial District

Kansas Judicial Branch•Kansas City, KS

6d•$29•Onsite

About The Position

The Court Services Officer I position involves the supervision and monitoring of children and families under the jurisdiction of the District Court, Child in Need of Care Department. This role also provides support to the Juvenile Offender Unit as needed. The work includes managing a Child in Need of Care caseload or other specific caseloads as directed, compiling and maintaining documentation on all contacts, and utilizing required court case management systems. The position requires providing professional assessments to the court to aid in making appropriate findings and orders. Responsibilities include court appearances, conducting home studies, preparing court reports, performing home visits, child investigations, family assessments, and corresponding with other agencies and the public. The officer must comply with state mandates, local policies and procedures, and perform additional duties as required by supervisors or the Court.

Requirements

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.
Working knowledge of the child welfare and/or juvenile justice fields.
Experience in caseload management.
Ability to multi-task and have excellent time management skills.
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and written.
Proficient use of current computer programs and technology.
Professional, courteous and cooperative in demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Must be able to complete YLS certification within 12 months of employment and maintain certification while employed.

Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor children and families under the jurisdiction of the District Court, Child in Need of Care Department.
Provide support to the Juvenile Offender Unit if needed.
Manage a Child in Need of Care caseload or other specific caseloads as directed.
Compile and maintain documentation on all contacts.
Utilize required court case management systems in all cases.
Provide the court with professional assessments to assist in making appropriate findings and orders.
Conduct court appearances, home studies, and home visits.
Prepare court reports and conduct child investigations and family assessments.
Correspond with other agencies and the public.
Comply with requirements of state mandate as well as local policies and procedures.
Perform any additional duties as required by the CSOIII, Chief CSO or the Court.