Court Services Officer I - 20th Judicial District
Kansas Judicial Council, Great Bend, KS, United States
Position Number
K0070598
Location of Employment
20th Judicial District Court Services, Barton County, KS
Position/Salary and Benefits
Court Services Officer I, grade 36, $28.78 hourly
Job Duties
This employment requires supervision of adults and juveniles who are under the supervision of the district court or are being furnished auxiliary services by the district court. Other principal responsibilities include writing comprehensive investigative reports, maintaining documentation of case contacts and keeping accurate filing and database information. The work involves communication and interaction with 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, and Pre‑Sentence Investigations. 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.
Required Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major coursework in corrections, counseling, criminology, psychology, social work, sociology, or a closely related field. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required. All applicants must pass a named‑based criminal history check. New employees will pass a fingerprint‑based criminal history check within the first thirty days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of the Court and its functions.
Familiarity with substance abuse issues and probation methods.
Computer knowledge and experience.
Application Deadline
Open until filled
ADA Accommodation
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. Requests for accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. ADA accommodations may be requested at ada@kscourts.org, TDD through Kansas Relay Center 800‑766‑3777 or 711.
EEO/AA Employer
The Kansas Judicial Branch is an EEO/AA employer.
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K0070598
Location of Employment
20th Judicial District Court Services, Barton County, KS
Position/Salary and Benefits
Court Services Officer I, grade 36, $28.78 hourly
Job Duties
This employment requires supervision of adults and juveniles who are under the supervision of the district court or are being furnished auxiliary services by the district court. Other principal responsibilities include writing comprehensive investigative reports, maintaining documentation of case contacts and keeping accurate filing and database information. The work involves communication and interaction with 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, and Pre‑Sentence Investigations. 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.
Required Education and Experience
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with major coursework in corrections, counseling, criminology, psychology, social work, sociology, or a closely related field. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required. All applicants must pass a named‑based criminal history check. New employees will pass a fingerprint‑based criminal history check within the first thirty days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of the Court and its functions.
Familiarity with substance abuse issues and probation methods.
Computer knowledge and experience.
Application Deadline
Open until filled
ADA Accommodation
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. Requests for accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. ADA accommodations may be requested at ada@kscourts.org, TDD through Kansas Relay Center 800‑766‑3777 or 711.
EEO/AA Employer
The Kansas Judicial Branch is an EEO/AA employer.
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