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Child Support Agent I or II

Marion, NC ยท On-site

$39K - $58K/yr

Case Management Manage an assigned caseload of child support enforcement cases. Conduct interviews with custodial and non-custodial parents to gather case information. Review applications and ...

Child Support Specialist

Golden, CO ยท On-site

$22.86 - $28.58/hr

The Child Support Specialist serves as the critical contact in the facilitation of successful ... Enforcement * Modification COMPENSATION: Hiring Range: $22.86-$28.58 USD Hourly Compensation will ...

Child Support Officer

Brainerd, MN ยท On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Initiate, process, and monitor enforcement actions, including income withholding, cost-of-living ... Negotiate child support-related agreements and settlements outside of court for approval by ...

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How much do child support enforcement jobs pay per month?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average monthly pay for child support enforcement in the United States is $5,096.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $4,375.00 and $5,708.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is child support enforcement?

Child Support Enforcement refers to government or agency programs that ensure non-custodial parents fulfill their legal obligation to financially support their children. These agencies locate parents, establish paternity, set or modify child support orders, and collect and distribute payments. They also use various enforcement tools, such as wage garnishments, license suspensions, or tax refund offsets, to ensure compliance. The goal is to promote the well-being of children by ensuring they receive the financial support they are entitled to.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a child support enforcement officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Child Support Enforcement Officer, you need knowledge of family law, investigative techniques, and case management, often supported by a degree in criminal justice or a related field. Familiarity with government databases, case tracking software, and legal documentation systems is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive situations tactfully are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure fair enforcement of child support orders, effective communication with families, and compliance with legal standards.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in child support enforcement, and how can they be effectively managed?

Professionals in Child Support Enforcement often encounter challenges such as managing high caseloads, navigating sensitive family situations, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures. Balancing empathy for families with the need to enforce regulations can be demanding. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and ongoing training in conflict resolution are essential for success. Building collaborative relationships with legal, social services, and community partners also helps in addressing complex cases efficiently.

What is the difference between Child Support Enforcement vs Child Support Specialist?

AspectChild Support EnforcementChild Support Specialist
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require additional training or certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in case management often preferred
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, courts, or child support officesChild support agencies, family courts, or social services offices
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily government agencies responsible for enforcing child support ordersGovernment agencies and courts handling child support cases
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding enforcement roles and responsibilitiesLearning about case management and support services

Child Support Enforcement professionals focus on ensuring compliance with child support orders, often involving legal enforcement actions. Child Support Specialists typically handle case management, assisting families with support arrangements. Both roles work within government agencies and require similar credentials, but enforcement roles emphasize legal and compliance activities, while specialists focus on case support and service coordination.

What cities are hiring for Child Support Enforcement jobs? Cities with the most Child Support Enforcement job openings:
What states have the most Child Support Enforcement jobs? States with the most job openings for Child Support Enforcement jobs include:
Infographic showing various Child Support Enforcement job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,155 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Child Support Enforcement Technician II

Denver Int'l. Airport

Denver, CO โ€ข Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those whobenefitfrom your passion,skillsandexpertise. Join our diverse,inclusiveand talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salarycommensuratewith education and experience.New hires are typically brought into the organization between $23.89 - $29.86.We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

  • A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
  • 457B Retirement Plan
  • 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 wellness dayand 1 volunteer day per year
  • Competitive medical, dental and visionplanseffective within 1 month of start date

Location

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. In this position you can expect to work out of the Denver Human Services Castro building (1200 Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80204) during in-office days. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

WhatYou'llDo

AtDenver Human Services (DHS), we envision a healthy community where people are connected, supported, safe, and well. One in three people in Denver turn to DHS for support at all stages of life. Our employees help children, older adults, families, and individuals navigate social and economic pressures by connecting them to services and experts who support their overall well-being.

The Child Support Services (CSS) Division of Denver Human Services is currentlyseekinghighly skilled applicant for the position ofChild Support Enforcement Technician II.Child Support Services (CSS) partners with federal, state, tribal, and local governments, and others to promote parental responsibility so that children receive support from both parents, even when they live in separate households. Nationally, the child support program is one of the largest income-support programs for families, contributing money to family budgets to help pay for the basics: shelter, food, childcare, transportation, and school clothes. Child support makesa big differenceto children. We strive to provide family centered services and are incorporating innovative strategies that improve the reliability of child support payments.

CSS Vision: The vision of Child Support Services is to help build a world where children can count on their parents for the support and love that they need to be healthy and successful. CSS will put children first by both parents assuming responsibility for the economic and social well-being,healthand stability of their children. We recognize that childrenbenefitfrom positive, ongoing relationships with both parents.

Child Support Enforcement Technician II:

  • Completes the early intervention process by interviewing obligors and obliges as well as researching and gathering any remaining relevant information and all necessary case documentation
  • Effectively manage both automated (system-selected) and manual enforcement remedies to ensure appropriate application (and/or suppression) based upon unique case and individual situations, and further utilize critical thinking to determine whether any resources are available to assist families with breaking down barriers to compliance with court-ordered support obligations and financial stability in general
  • Enforce orders when clients live in different states or different countries
  • Utilize various systems and processes tolocateinformationregardingthe parties to support the enforcement of the child support orders. One party mayresideoutside of Colorado or in a different country
  • Meets with and communicates with clientsregardingexplanation of child support enforcement services,processesand requirements as well as coordinates stipulations and settlements
  • Assess, plan, monitors and evaluates cases to improve outcomes for assigned child support cases
  • Prepares cases for by organizing case files to include relevant documents for legal proceedings as well as prepare legal documents for individual cases asrequired

WhatYou'llBring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels.You'llbe right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

  • Experience working with interstate child support cases
  • A passion for public service and improving the lives of families through strong critical thinking skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
  • Experience with managing multiplehigh prioritytasks in a fast-paced work environment
  • Exhibits agility in an evolving work environment
  • Experience engaging customers from diverse backgrounds with a solution-oriented approach through phone, email, and face-to-face contact
  • Experience with ACSES, CBMS, Adobe and Microsoft suite is a plus
  • Validdriverslicense preferred

Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED,HiSETor TASC Certificate
  • Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of experience performing child support initiation, enforcement, collections, investigations, casemanagementor a related field
  • Education/Experience Equivalency: Additionalappropriate educationmay be substituted for the minimum experience requirements

Application Deadline

This position is expected to stay open untilAugust 9th, 2026. Pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible and no later thanAugust 9that midnight to ensure consideration.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CS2901 Child Support Technician II

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$23.89 - $35.84

Target Pay

$23.89 - $29.86/hours

Agency

Denver Human Services

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

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