Paralegal - Douglas County
About The Position
The Douglas County District Court Trustee is hiring a full-time Paralegal to provide highly responsible support to the Court Trustee in enforcing child and spousal support. The position involves monitoring child support and maintenance payment records, taking collection and enforcement actions, communicating by telephone with obligors, obligees, and employers, and analyzing cases to determine appropriate collection actions. The Paralegal also proofreads documents and letters, prepares legal pleadings, and works closely with attorneys to identify and review appropriate enforcement actions. Additional duties include providing backup coverage at the front counter and on phones, performing general office duties, and completing special assignments as needed. This is a County-paid District Court position subject to the Kansas Court Personnel Rules. The listed pay is Pay Grade 23, Step A at $21.19 per hour, with potential step increases to $21.73 at six months and $23.39 at 12 months. The preferred starting date is December 7, 2026; applications are accepted until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a resume, letter of interest, and three references to the District Court Trustee by mail or email.
Requirements
- High school education.
- Customer service experience.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Efficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Proofreading skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask, work independently and with team members, and maintain confidentiality.
Nice To Haves
- Prior legal experience in support enforcement or debt collection.
- Prior experience working within a court system.
- Paralegal or associate’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Monitor child support and maintenance payment records.
- Take enforcement action to collect support.
- Communicate by telephone with obligors, obligees, and employers.
- Analyze cases to identify appropriate collection actions.
- Proofread documents and letters.
- Prepare legal pleadings.
- Work with attorneys to identify and review appropriate enforcement actions.
- Provide backup coverage for the front counter and phones.
- Perform general office duties and special assignments as needed.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- KPERS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
