AZ Dept. of Economic Security

Child Support Specialist - Intermediate

Phoenix, ArizonaFull-time
$36,000 - $41,693.39 annually
About the Job
YOU MUST APPLY TO THIS LINK TO BE CONSIDERED: https://www.azstatejobs.gov/jobs/child-support-specialist-intermediate-remote-options-arizona-united-states-various-statewide-d9b69c4d-1c12-43a3-8b72-09d6b33391a8

The DES, Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Child Support Specialist Intermediate. This position is responsible for performing the full-range of journey level child support case management duties associated with child support activities; providing services to custodial and non-custodial parents to establish paternity, establish orders, review orders for modification based on economic circumstances, and enforce orders for support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Locate absent parents to collect and enforce child support obligations/payments.
  • Review and analyze case files.
  • Determine appropriate legal actions to be initiated; prepare and file pleadings for court actions (e.g. contempt petitions, wage assignments, etc.).
  • Interview individuals who are parties to the case.
  • Collect child support for distribution to the applicant or state.
  • Collect pertinent documents and information; draft correspondence.
  • Communicate with various judicial jurisdictions.
  • Assist in on-the-job training and provide technical assistance to subordinate level staff.

Knowledge in:
  • Strong understanding of case management principles and techniques.
  • General working knowledge of legal documents and procedures; court and legal system processes.

Skills in:
  • Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
  • Experience in maintaining and organizing a high-volume caseload.
  • Proficient in computer software applications, i.e. Microsoft Office applications and Google tools.
  • Proficient in automated information and case management systems.
  • Use of interviewing techniques to obtain information.
  • Experience collecting or recovering expenses, repayment, fees, or obligations.
Ability to:
  • Learn automated systems, the Arizona Child Support Services case management system, manual and automated enforcement tools, and interfacing databases.
  • Multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, performance driven environment.
  • Meet performance measures and data reliability goals.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:
  • One-year experience as a Child Support Specialist in Arizona State Service or the equivalent in another jurisdiction. Any combination of training and experience that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) may be substituted.
  • Case management; investigative research and analytical ability; court order interpretation; collections experience.

YOU MUST APPLY TO THIS LINK TO BE CONSIDERED: https://www.azstatejobs.gov/jobs/child-support-specialist-intermediate-remote-options-arizona-united-states-various-statewide-d9b69c4d-1c12-43a3-8b72-09d6b33391a8