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Juvenile Court Specialist - Mahaska (D8 112185)

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Juvenile Court Specialist - Mahaska (D8 112185)

Salary

$36,857.60 Annually

Location

Oskaloosa - 52577 - Mahaska County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-03364

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

06/04/2025

Closing Date

6/15/2025 11:59 PM Central

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#LI-DNP

Point of Contact

[email protected]

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.

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Job Description

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 8thJudicial 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.

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.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

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.

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Ace of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. S611 et seq?

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Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

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Have you ever received a disciplinary suspension, been asked to resign, or discharged from a job? If yes please explain below.

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What is your minimum salary requirement?

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Your application for employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch will generally be treated as confidential under Iowa Code section 22.7(18). However, if you consent to allow Judicial to treat it as a public record per Iowa Code section 22.7(18)(a), please check "Yes, I consent" below.

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Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

http://www.iowacourts.gov/

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