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Kansas Judicial Branch Court Services Officer I - 3rd Judicial District in Topeka, Kansas
Position number : K0068110
Location of Employment: 3rd Judicial District, Topeka, KS 66603
Position Title and Salary : Court Services Officer I, grade 36, $28.08 hourly
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov) (https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/benefits)
Job Duties: This position would supervise a caseload of juvenile offenders placed under court supervision. Work closely with parents, schools, and service providers to address client needs. Interview clients and families and compile information for reports and testimony for the court regarding disposition/sentencing and possible placement options. Maintain timely and accurate chronological records on each client. Identify client needs and make appropriate community referrals when warranted. Conduct drug and alcohol testing. While the primary focus of this position is the supervision of juvenile offenders, it may include the supervision of Child in Need of Case cases as necessary.
Job duties may change to meet the needs of the agency and court.
Required Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in psychology, sociology, social work, criminal justice or other human services related fields. The applicant must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. All applicants must pass a named-based criminal history check. If employed by Court Services, the new employee will pass a fingerprint-based criminal history check within the first thirty days of employment.
Preferred qualifications: Proven verbal and written communication skills. A minimum of one year’s experience in one or more of the following within the past five years:
Conducting interviews
Writing formal reports
Working with justice-involved juveniles
Working with juveniles and/or families
Working with clients with substance abuse and/or mental health issues
Upon successful completion of 12 months of probationary term, limited remote work privileges may be considered.
Applications will be accepted until: Open until filled
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact ada@kscourts.org or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.
THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER
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