Kansas Judicial Branch

Court Services Officer II - 29th Judicial District

Kansas City, KS - Full Time

Position number:                   K0041175
Location of Employment:      29th Judicial District, Wyandotte County, KS 66101
Position Title and Salary:      Court Services Officer II, grade 40, $ 66,087.95 annually     
                                               
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Job Duties: The CSO II position is responsible for the training and supervision of CSOs that provide Court Services to children and families under the jurisdiction of the District Court, Child in Need of Care Department. This includes oversight of the CSO I daily job duties which include report writing, court appearances, family assessments, home visits, utilization of the court case management system and compliance with policies and procedures.

This position will work with other agencies such as the District Attorney’s office, Division of Families and Children Services, CASA, and foster care contractors to ensure that services are provided to the families in a timely manner. 

The CSO II position will serve as backup supervisor to the CSO III. They will work with other managers to develop and implement policies and procedures.

This position will also manage a specialized caseload of Truancy cases.  This will involve working closely with the schools, and other community service providers.

It is a requirement for the CSO II to complete training for YLS/CMI certification.  Certification must be maintained annually.

*This job description may be modified at any time at the discretion of the Department Head

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Working knowledge of Child Welfare system and/or juvenile justice fields.
  • Experience in caseload management.
  • Ability to multitask and have excellent time management skills.
  • Proficient use of current computer programs and technology.
  • Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely (verbally and written).
  • Available transportation that is functional, safe and properly insured.
  • Copy of college transcript(s) will be required from all applicants if not already on file.
  • Must pass criminal history background check.
Required Education, Licensure, and experience:
  • Graduation from a four-year accredited college with major course work in a 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.

Submit Applications To:                                    Office of the Court Administrator
                                                                               Wyandotte County Courthouse  
                                                                               710 N 7th Street, 3rd Floor
                                                                               Kansas City, KS 66101

Telephone Inquiries May Be Directed to        913-573-2940

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 [email protected] 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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