Child Support Specialist 1
The Child Support Specialist 1 performs entry-level financial audits and analyses of child support cases under close supervision, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Confidential Client policies and legal requirements. The role involves verifying case data, reviewing legal documents, and assisting attorneys and court officers in enforcement and establishment of support actions. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to manage case financials accurately within a government agency setting.
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What You’ll Do
Under close supervision, you will perform entry-level financial and audit duties for child support enforcement cases. Responsibilities include reviewing case financial histories, verifying accuracy between physical case files and automated systems, and preparing calculations and adjustments related to child and spousal support payments.
- Conduct audits of BCSE (Bureau for Child Support Enforcement) cases to analyze transactions for caretakers and obligors
- Verify legal documents and court orders and confirm correct data entry in automated systems
- Perform caretaker accounting to calculate amounts owed and identify overpayments/refunds
- Use multiple databases and systems to gather and reconcile financial data
- Provide clear explanations of financial findings to staff and assist BCSE attorneys and officers of the court as needed
- Complete required training and on-the-job assessments to develop technical and legal understanding relevant to enforcement and establishment actions
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- OR successful completion of a paralegal or legal secretarial training program (may substitute for two years of required training)
- OR equivalent paid experience (full-time or part-time) in relevant areas such as:
- Legal work (research, interpreting laws, preparing legal documents, assisting with case files under attorney supervision)
- Debt collections, credit investigations, criminal investigations, law enforcement, accounting, or auditing
- Economic Service Worker or Family Support Specialist roles
- Any combination of education and experience may substitute at a rate of one year of experience for every 30 semester hours of training
- Special requirement: May be required to have a valid driver’s license and availability of a vehicle for continuous use
Location & Compensation
- Location: Big Chimney, WV (Mercer County) — on-site position
- Employment type: Full time
- Salary range (provided by client): $34,247 – $58,936 per year
Additional details
- This role is for a financial worker supporting child support enforcement functions for our confidential client.
- You will complete formal classroom and on-the-job training specific to BCSE systems and procedures.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy in financial calculations, and the ability to interpret legal documents are essential.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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