What are the responsibilities and job description for the Court Services Officer I - 3rd Judicial District position at Kansas Judicial Branch?
Position number: K0075644
Location of Employment: 3rd Judicial District, Topeka, KS
Position Title and Salary: Court Services Officer I, grade 36, $28.08 hourly
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
Job Duties: The work involves communication and interaction with adult offenders under the court’s jurisdiction and with other concerned parties in the investigation and preparation of reports for the court; assisting offenders in understanding and meeting requirements that have been placed upon them; and assisting them in identifying needs and appropriate resources. A Court Services Officer (CSO) prepares reports related to the transfer of supervision, case reports, violation reports, risk assessments (LSIR, LSCMI, WRNA, SASSI). The CSO works closely with resource agencies in the community. Work is performed independently or in teams under the general direction of a senior court services officer and is reviewed through staffing, reports, and caseload audits. This position will have a Specialized caseload of Drug Treatment Court participants, as well as a small caseload of regular adult probation and pretrial cases.
Job duties may change to meet the needs of the agency and court.
Upon successful completion of 12 months of probationary term, limited remote work privileges may be considered.
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 field. 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 experience in one or more of the following within the past five years:
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
Location of Employment: 3rd Judicial District, Topeka, KS
Position Title and Salary: Court Services Officer I, grade 36, $28.08 hourly
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
Job Duties: The work involves communication and interaction with adult offenders under the court’s jurisdiction and with other concerned parties in the investigation and preparation of reports for the court; assisting offenders in understanding and meeting requirements that have been placed upon them; and assisting them in identifying needs and appropriate resources. A Court Services Officer (CSO) prepares reports related to the transfer of supervision, case reports, violation reports, risk assessments (LSIR, LSCMI, WRNA, SASSI). The CSO works closely with resource agencies in the community. Work is performed independently or in teams under the general direction of a senior court services officer and is reviewed through staffing, reports, and caseload audits. This position will have a Specialized caseload of Drug Treatment Court participants, as well as a small caseload of regular adult probation and pretrial cases.
Job duties may change to meet the needs of the agency and court.
Upon successful completion of 12 months of probationary term, limited remote work privileges may be considered.
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 field. 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 experience in one or more of the following within the past five years:
- Conducting interviews
- Writing formal reports
- Working with justice-involved individuals
- Working with clients with substance abuse and/or mental health issue
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
Salary : $28
