Court Services Officer II - 11th Judicial District
About The Position
The Court Services Officer II performs court services work supervising other Court Services officers and supervising clients under the jurisdiction of the district court or receiving auxiliary services from the district court. The position may work as part of a team and operates under the direction of the Chief Court Services Officer, Court Administrator, and Chief Judge. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and evaluation reports. The position requires access to criminal history record information (CHRI) through the Kansas Criminal Justice Information System (KCJIS) or another criminal justice entity. Authorized KCJIS access requires U.S. citizenship, being at least 18 years of age, and passing a criminal activity and history record check before employment begins. The employment offer is conditional on passing the check, and incumbents must undergo yearly criminal history record checks to maintain access to KCJIS and CHRI.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Computer skills.
- Ability to work independently and with a team.
- Ability to interact professionally with clients and stakeholders.
- Ability to supervise staff and handle confidential personnel information.
- U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age, and successful completion of a criminal activity and criminal history record check are required for authorized KCJIS access.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in a social services field.
- At least three years of experience working in probation and/or corrections.
- Current or prior experience as a Court Services Officer.
- Risk/needs assessment and EPICS certification.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and multitask.
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
- Assign and supervise the work of one or more staff members.
- Prepare reports related to investigations, transfers, or arrests.
- Maintain records of contacts with clients and of the caseload in general.
- Supervise clients under the jurisdiction of the district court or receiving auxiliary services from the district court.
- Work as part of a team as needed.
Benefits
- Kansas Judicial Branch benefits are referenced; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
