Court Services Officer I - 10th Judicial District
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Kansas Judicial Branch is hiring a Court Services Officer I - 10th Judicial District. The Court Services Officer I will be part of the Court Services Domestic team, focusing on mediation, conciliation, expedited child interviews, or child custody evaluations. This role involves communicating and interacting with parents, children, and other references, preparing reports for the Court, and making recommendations regarding custody and parenting time. The officer will also facilitate agreements between parties and maintain control during conflicts.
Key focus areas include Conduct custody evaluations and child interviews, Communicate and interact with parents, children, and references, and Conduct home visits as needed.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's In Social Services and Fingerprint Background Check. Important skills include Attention To Detail, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Computer Skills, Maintain Calm In Stressful Situations, and Work In A Fast-Paced Environment. Preferred (not required): Conflict Resolution, Conciliation, Expedited Child Interviews, and Child Custody Evaluations.
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Position number: K0170853
Location of Employment: 10th Judicial District, Olathe, Kansas 66061
Classification and Grade: Court Services I, grade 36, step A, $29.07 hourly
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
Job Duties: These positions 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.
Required education and experience: 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 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.
Preferred qualifications: Current certification in Mediation/Conciliation; experience working with family court, high conflict families, mediation services or families who are separating or who have separated.
Note: Successful candidate must be able to pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
Applications accepted until: Open until filled
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employment process. Arrangements will be made if you have a disability that requires an
accommodation in completing an application form, in taking an examination, or in interviewing
please notify [email protected] or 711. A request for an accommodation will not affect your
opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch.
THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER
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