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Child Support Enforcement Supervisor

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$26.17/hr

The State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Supervisor to join their Office of Economic Assistance Team. This position oversees staff ...

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How much do child support office jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for child support office in the United States is $19.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Child Support Office do?

A Child Support Office helps parents establish, enforce, and modify child support orders to ensure children receive the financial support they need. They assist in locating non-custodial parents, establishing paternity, and collecting and distributing child support payments. The office also provides information and support to parents about their rights and responsibilities related to child support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Child Support Officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Child Support Officer, you need a solid understanding of family law, case management, and investigative procedures, often supported by a degree in criminal justice, social work, or a related field. Familiarity with case management systems, government databases, and legal documentation tools is typically required. Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills help in addressing sensitive issues and managing caseloads effectively. These skills are essential for ensuring compliance with child support regulations, facilitating positive outcomes for children and families, and maintaining legal accuracy.

How much child support will I pay if I make $1000 a week?

Child Support Office professionals do not determine individual child support payments; these are calculated based on state guidelines, income, and other factors. Typically, a percentage of gross income is used, which can range from 20% to 30% for one child, but actual amounts vary by jurisdiction. It is advisable to consult local child support laws or use official calculators for precise estimates.

What do child support caseworkers do?

Child support caseworkers manage cases related to the enforcement and collection of child support payments. They review case information, communicate with parents, establish support orders, and ensure compliance through legal processes or enforcement actions. Strong communication, organizational skills, and knowledge of family law are essential for this role.

What is the difference between Child Support Office vs Child Support Caseworker?

AspectChild Support OfficeChild Support Caseworker
CredentialsVaries by state, often requires high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may need additional certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require certifications in family law or social work
Work EnvironmentGovernment offices, courts, or online platformsChild support offices, family courts, or community agencies
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, state or local child support agenciesGovernment agencies, social services departments
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles within child support agenciesJob responsibilities and qualifications of child support caseworkers

The Child Support Office is a government entity overseeing child support enforcement, while a Child Support Caseworker is a professional working within or for the office, handling individual cases. The office manages policies and enforcement, whereas the caseworker interacts directly with families to facilitate support payments and resolve issues.

Is 200 a week good for child support?

Child support payments of $200 a week can be considered low or adequate depending on the child's needs, the paying parent's income, and state guidelines. Child support offices typically calculate payments based on income, custody arrangements, and applicable state formulas, so what is appropriate varies by case. It is important to review local laws and use official calculators or seek legal advice for specific situations.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a Child Support Office, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in a Child Support Office often manage sensitive cases involving families, which can present challenges such as high emotional stress, navigating complex legal requirements, and balancing large caseloads. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with family law are essential for managing these challenges. Many offices offer training, mentorship, and resources for stress management to help staff build resilience and maintain a supportive environment. Collaborating closely with legal professionals, social workers, and clients ensures that the best interests of children are prioritized while maintaining compliance with regulations.

What jobs make $3,000 a month without a degree?

Child Support Office roles typically require specialized training or education, but general jobs that can pay around $3,000 a month without a degree include skilled trades such as electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians, as well as commercial drivers with a commercial driver's license (CDL). These positions often require vocational training, apprenticeships, or licensing but not a college degree, and they may involve working full-time hours or overtime to reach that income level.
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Infographic showing various Child Support Office job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,336 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Child Support Specialist I/II/III (Bilingual Required)

Tehama County, CA

Red Bluff, CA • On-site

$24.37 - $29.62/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Tehama County, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00145
Department: Child Support Services
Opening Date: 07/07/2026
Closing Date: 7/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Please Note: Due to the unique needs of the department, this recruitment seeks only Spanish bilingual applicants. If you are interested in this position but are not bilingual, please see separate recruitment for a Child Support Specialist I/II/III.
SALARY
(Steps A-E)
Child Support Specialist I:
$20.00 - $24.31 Hourly/$1,600.00 - $1,944.80 Biweekly
Child Support Specialist II:
$22.07 - $26.83 Hourly/$1,765.60 - $2,146.40 Biweekly
Child Support Specialist III:
$24.37 - $29.62 Hourly/$1,949.60 - $2,369.60 Biweekly
Bilingual Incentive pay is +7.5% above the CSS I/II/II base hourly R.O.P.
About the Department: Tehama County Department of Child Support Services is one of 47 local child support agencies in California. The department manages approximately 2,700 child support cases. Providing customers excellent service is a top priority. Staff are trained professionals ready to assist customers in opening a case, establishing a child support order, determining paternity, modifying their order, and enforcing their order. Department Core Values: professionalism, teamwork, communication, accountability, flexibility and positive attitude.
About the Position: Performs a wide variety of child support duties consisting of maintaining a caseload, locating and interviewing custodial and non-custodial parents and others to elicit factual information for the purpose of establishing child support obligations and enforcing child support laws; arranges for support payments when possible; prepares cases for court hearings as necessary; and performs related work as required.
The Ideal Candidate: Tehama Department of Child Support Services is looking for a positive, professional team member with exceptional attendance, strong customer service and communication skills, a desire to learn, and established computer skills including a proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience serving the public, working with families, and knowledge of community resources serving parents and families is highly desirable.
Examples of Duties
Child Support Specialist I/II:
  • Manages a general caseload consisting of child support legal actions and the establishment, enforcement and collection of child support payment obligations based on established guidelines.
  • Coordinates and conducts interviews with multiple parties (e.g., custodial parent, non-custodial parent, witnesses, employers, attorneys) to obtain and/or verify child support case information.

Child Support Specialist III In addition to the above:
  • Analyzes and evaluates the more difficult and sensitive Child Support cases.
  • Attends court hearings to obtain payments and to testify to financial or case matters.

Bilingual Candidates: Translate, interpret and otherwise communicate with members of the Spanish speaking community.
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Education, Experience & Licenses
  • Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade

Child Support Specialist I:
  • Pattern 1: Two (2) years of full-time clerical experience which included interaction with the public

OR
  • Pattern 2: One (1) year of full-time experience performing debt collections duties which included interviewing others for the purpose of collecting information

OR
  • Pattern 3: One (1) year of full-time experience as a Child Support Assistant I or Office Assistant II in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency

OR
  • Pattern 4: Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units of college

Child Support Specialist II:
  • One (1) year of full-time experience as a Child Support Specialist I or a Child Support Enforcement Officer in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency

Child Support Specialist III:
  • Two (2) years of full-time experience performing as a Child Support Specialist II in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency

License & Special Requirements:
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
  • Due to IRS Publication 1075 Guidelines as established by the Federal Government and required by California Department of Child Support Services, all employees will be subject to a background check at the time of hiring and at least every 5 years.

Bilingual Candidates:
  • Must pass a written proficiency test to qualify.

Recruitment Information
The department is recruiting to fill one (1) vacancy.Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Child Support Specialist I/II/III - Bilingual, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications may be required to participate in an Education & Experience Examination (E&E), Training & Experience Examination (T&E), or Multiple Choice Examination.
Education & Experience Examination: SCOPE: Evaluates a candidate's education, training, certifications, and work experience as they relate to the duties of the position. Weight: 100% of the final examination score.
Training & Experience Examination: SCOPE: Evaluates a candidate's Experience, Education; Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities; and, Job Task Experience as they relate to the duties of the position. Weight: 100% of the final examination score.
Multiple Choice Examination: SCOPE: Evaluates a candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Weight: 100% of the final examination score.
Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of July 20, 2026.
*Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.
To learn more about Tehama County's Recruitment & Selection process, please click here.
For questions about this recruitment please contact:
Tonya Moore | 530-528-4560 |
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES.
*Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work.
This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit.
SALARY:
  • Annual salary step increases based upon satisfactory performance and completion of one year of employment (Step A to E).

HEALTH:
  • Approximately 80% of the premium for medical, dental, and vision plan is paid by the County (EPO Plan). The plan covers the employee and all eligible dependents at NO ADDITIONAL COST!
  • Employee premiums are $234.54 per month as of January 1, 2025 and $266.97 as of January 1, 2026 for employee and all eligible dependents.

PAID LEAVES:
  • Benefits also include an annual paid leave plan of
    • 96 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service)
    • 96 hours of sick leave
    • 14 paid holidays plus one 8 hour personal holiday
LIFE INSURANCE:
  • Approximately 80% of the premium for a $30,000 life insurance plan for the employee is paid for by the County.

RETIREMENT:
  • A retirement plan through CalPERS.
    • CalPERS Formulas:
      • Classic member = 2% @ 55
      • New Member = 2% @ 62
  • A Deferred Compensation retirement plan option with a County match of up to a maximum of $60 per month.

ASSISTANCE & PROGRAMS:
  • Employee Assistance Program: Provided to all employees and employee's family members at no cost.
  • LiveHealth Online: Access to a medical provider 24/7 from the comfort of your home at NO COST!
  • Lark: Diabetes Prevention Program
  • Livongo: Diabetes Management Program
  • Hinge Health: Lower Back & Joint Pain Program
  • Carrum Health: Enhanced Surgery Benefits Program
  • Assist to Own: Down Payment Assistance Program

01
What is your highest level of education?
  • Some high school
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Some college
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate
  • None of the above

02
If you have indicated having completed "some college" or more, have you completed 60 semester or 90 quarter units of college?
  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

03
Please choose the option below that best describes your experience.
  • No experience
  • Two (2) years of full-time clerical experience which included interaction with the public
  • One (1) year of full-time experience performing debt collections duties which included interviewing others for the purpose of collecting information
  • One (1) year of full-time experience as a Child Support Assistant I or Office Assistant II in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency s of experience
  • One (1) year of full-time experience as a Child Support Specialist I or a Child Support Enforcement Officer in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency
  • Two (2) years of full-time experience performing as a Child Support Specialist II in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency

04
Please indicate your bilingual proficiency level in Spanish.
  • Non-Bilingual
  • Speak Only
  • Read and write only
  • Speak, read and write

05
Do you have a valid, non-expired California Driver's License or can you obtain one within 6 months?
  • Yes
  • No

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