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Expect scenario questions on confidentiality, mandated reporting instincts, working with resistant youth or parents, prioritizing caseloads, and how you would communicate with judges or probation-style partners. Bring examples of documentation discipline and calm under pressure.
Strong fit if you want public-service juvenile casework in Kansas City’s circuit-court setting, can handle sensitive family situations, and prefer structured court process over sales or pure social-media roles. Thin public employer data means verify duties and pay on the official posting.
As a Deputy Juvenile Officer for the Circuit Court of Jackson County, a typical day centers on court-ordered youth cases: meeting juveniles and families, checking compliance with conditions, preparing notes for hearings, coordinating with court staff and service providers, and appearing when the Office of Juvenile Officer needs field or case status. Work is on-site in Kansas City, not remote.
Useful preparation includes juvenile justice basics, clear case notes, de-escalation and professional boundaries, court calendar literacy, and comfort working with families under stress. No certification package is specified for this listing.
No. The listing is for Kansas City, Jackson County, and is not marked remote.
Circuit Court of Jackson County (Missouri), Office of Juvenile Officer; site: circuitcourtofjacksoncounty.com.
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Join the Circuit Court of Jackson County as a full-time Deputy Juvenile Officer in Kansas City. In this essential role with the Office of Juvenile Officer, you'll assess and support youth and families during their initial court involvement, making recommendations that guide rehabilitation and placement decisions. About the Role As a Deputy Juvenile Officer, you'll serve on the front lines of Jackson County's juvenile justice system. Working within the Office of Juvenile Officer, you'll screen and evaluate young people and their families during their earliest interactions with the court, providing thorough assessments that inform judges' decisions and shape rehabilitation pathways. Your work requires flexibility to work overnight and weekend hours, ensuring consistent support for youth entering the system at all times. What You'll Do Screen and assess youth and families at the initial stage of court involvement Conduct comprehensive evaluations of each young person's placement and rehabilitation needs Develop evidence-based recommendations for interventions, services, and appropriate placements Document findings in clear, detailed reports for judicial review and court action Communicate assessments and recommendations to judges, court staff, and other professionals What We're Looking For Strong commitment to supporting youth and families within the juvenile justice system Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills Ability to conduct fair, objective assessments of complex family situations Reliability and flexibility for overnight and weekend work schedules Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive, confidential information Position Details This full-time position is based in Kansas City, Jackson County. The Deputy Juvenile Officer role is classified at paygrade C-109 with an hourly rate of $20.79 to $25.98. The position requires availability for overnight and weekend hours to support ongoing court operations and youth services. About Circuit Court of Jackson County The Circuit Court of Jackson County is the judicial authority serving Kansas City and its surrounding community. The Office of Juvenile Officer is dedicated to fair assessment, appropriate placement, and rehabilitation support for young people and families navigating the juvenile court system, with a focus on community safety and youth success. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to…
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