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Brown County

Child Support Specialist

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$24.76 - $25.41/hr

Interviews participants in child support cases. Performs searches to locate absent parents ... Brown County is an E-Verify employer. Click the links below for more information.

Tarrant County

CHILD SUPPORT SUPERVISOR

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$60.97K - $67.06K/yr

Knowledge of both County and State Child Support Policies. May serve as a Notary Public. Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements While performing the duties of this position, the ...

Gaston County, NC

Child Support Supervisor

Gastonia, NC · On-site

Gaston County Department of Social Services, NC Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 1459 Department ... Bachelor's Degree and one and one half years of experience in the IV-D experience at Child Support ...

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To thrive as a County Child Support Specialist, you need a solid understanding of family law, case management, and government regulations, often supported by a degree in social work, criminal justice, or a related field. Familiarity with child support enforcement systems, case tracking software, and government databases is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and empathy are critical soft skills for effectively interacting with clients and navigating sensitive situations. These skills are essential to ensure timely and fair support enforcement, compliance with legal standards, and positive outcomes for children and families.

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County Child Support caseworkers often navigate complex cases involving sensitive family dynamics, compliance with legal regulations, and high caseloads. Common challenges include managing emotionally charged situations, ensuring timely and accurate documentation, and staying updated on policy changes. These challenges are typically addressed through ongoing training, strong team collaboration, and access to support resources such as supervisors and legal advisors. Regular team meetings and case conferences help caseworkers share strategies and seek guidance, fostering a supportive work environment.

What are county child support officers?

County child support officers are professionals who work within local government agencies to help establish, enforce, and modify child support orders. They assist parents with opening child support cases, locating non-custodial parents, determining parentage, and ensuring that children receive the financial support they need. These officers often act as liaisons between the courts, parents, and other agencies to ensure compliance with state and federal child support regulations.

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CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may need a bachelor's degree in social work or related fieldRequires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field; licensure may be preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, courts, and family law environmentsCommunity agencies, social service offices, and client homes
Employer & IndustryCounty government agencies focused on child support enforcementCounty social services departments providing family and child welfare services

County Child Support specialists focus on establishing and enforcing child support orders, primarily working within legal and administrative settings. County Family Services Workers provide broader family support, including child welfare, counseling, and social services. While both roles serve families, their responsibilities, credentials, and work environments differ significantly.

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Child Support Specialist IV

Tehama County, CA

Red Bluff, CA • On-site

$2.15K - $2.62K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Salary : $2,152.00 - $2,615.20 Biweekly
Location : Tehama County, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00034
Department: Child Support Services
Opening Date: 03/03/2026
Closing Date: 5/28/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Extended Recruitment
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.
Ideal Candidate:
Tehama Department of Child Support Services is looking for a positive, professional team member with exceptional attendance, communication skills and eagerness to step into the role of a leader. Candidates should be a subject matter expert in case management with a record of excellent performance, conduct and professionalism.
About the Position:
Under limited supervision, the Child Support Specialist IV performs a wide variety of child support duties involving the most difficult and sensitive cases; acts in a lead capacity by training, reviewing, assigning, and directing the work of subordinate staff; acts in the supervisor's absence, assists with low-level administrative functions, and performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties
  • Analyzes and evaluates the more complex and sensitive Child Support cases.
  • 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.
  • Develops and analyzes information for the establishment of paternity (e.g., genetic tests).
  • Locates absent parents using a variety of methods and tools (e.g., contacting other agencies, databases, web searches).
  • Reviews parental financial income and expense data (e.g., child support payments, expenses, income, ability to pay) to determine support requirements; explains the process by which support is determined to custodial and non-custodial parents.

Education, Experience & Licenses
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade
  • One (1) year of full-time experience as a Child Support Specialist III or Child Support Specialist IV in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency

OR
  • Three (3) years of full-time experience as a Child Support Specialist II in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency

License and 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.

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 IV, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Examination Information:
In addition to meeting minimum qualifications for years of work experience in the field, candidates must complete a Training and Experience Examination. Responses will be evaluated by subject matter experts (e.g., managers of the position). Applicants who provide responses which demonstrate that they possess the requisite job-related education and experience on each exam section will be placed on the eligible list. Applicants must "pass" all three of the below scoring criteria to be placed on the eligible list for an interview.
  1. Self Rated Job Tasks/ KSA Pass Points: 18 out of 30 points
  2. Short Response Job Tasks/KSA Pass Points: 16 out of 24 points
  3. Free Response Pass Points Requires a 3 point score out of 7 points for each question.

Tentative T&E Examination Date(s):
Exams will be emailed to candidates meeting minimum qualifications the week of June 1, 2026.
*Candidates will have three (3) days to return a completed examination.
Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 8, 2026.
*Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.
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.
For questions about this recruitment please contact:
Beatrice Bradley
530-528-4566 |
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

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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
How many years of full-time experience do you have as a Child Support Specialist III or a Child Support Specialist IV in a local, state, public or privatized child support services agency?
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
  • 2 years to less than 3 years of experience
  • 3 or more years of experience

03
How many years of full-time experience do you have as a Child Support Specialist II in a local, state, public, or privatized child support services agency?
  • No experience to less than 1 year of experience
  • 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
  • 2 years to less than 3 years of experience
  • 3 years to less than 4 years of experience
  • 4 or more years of experience

04
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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