• Job Description

  Req#: 4963021

  Do you have a passion for helping people? Do you hold a positive, service- oriented attitude who can problem solve and multitask? If so, then we want you to come and be a part of our team!

  
  

  The 8th Judicial District, Mahaska County Juvenile Court Services Office has an immediate opening for a Juvenile Court Specialist 1 in Oskaloosa, Iowa and will cover multiple counties. Travel is required to other work locations as needed

  
  

  The starting salary for new State employees is expected to be at the base of the pay range. The starting pay for this position is $17.72 hourly, based on an 80-hour pay period. Adjustments may be made if the successful applicant has relevant experience and/or education, with excellent State of Iowa benefits.

  
  

  Location: Mahaska County, Oskaloosa, IA

  
  

  Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00A – 4:30P

  
  

  To Apply: Candidates need to complete the NEOGOV application and attach a cover letter and resume. Final applicants are subjected to a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

  
  

  To be successful in this position you will need to have the following:

  • Self-driven
  • Flexible and open to change
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to collaborate
  • Positive attitude
  • Strong computer applications and skills including video conferencing (GTM/Zoom)

  
  

  Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Extensive data entry and word processing duties.
  • Responds to visitors and answers the telephone;
  • Follows appropriate processes for use of the Electronic Data Management System (EDMS);
  • Records and updates information in ICIS;
  • Prepares or drafts correspondence or other related documents;
  • Assists JCOs in gathering information;

  
  

  What’s in it for YOU:

  • Collaborative, positive work environment
  • Talented and passionate team members that will help you grow and learn
  • Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the lives of Iowa communities
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Paid Holidays/Vacation/ Sick Leave
  • Iowa Public Employees’ retirement System (IPERS) Retirement plan
  • Employee discount program

  
  This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the To Apply section.
  
  Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

  Graduation from an accredited high school (or High School Equivalency).

  AND

  Two (2) years of successful completion of post high school education in social work, sociology, psychology, criminology, education or related program.

  AND

  Additional years of experience may be substituted for the required post high school education.

  Additional years of education may be substituted for the required years of experience. Thirty (30) semester hours is equivalent to one year of experience.

  Possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

  Candidates must pass a preemployment criminal background check.

• About the company

  Iowa (/ˈaɪoʊwə/) is a state in the Midwestern region of the United States, bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River and Big Sioux River to the west.

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