Benefits of Employment

Insurance:  Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, Life and an Employee Assistance Program.  Supplemental Life may be purchased at group rates.

Paid Time Off:  Twelve (12) holidays, vacation time (after 6 months) of three (3) weeks per year for the first eight (8) years of service, and sick time.

Retirement:  Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) with 14% annual employer contribution and Deferred Compensation Plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.

Assesses and manages the record keeping and collection of parental support orders for youth in private residential facilities and ODYS, as well as, other court ordered collection accounts.  Monitors and responds to non-compliance of Court orders, and makes necessary correspondence with the courtrooms regarding payment obligations.

Answers client, courtroom, and outside agency inquiries in person or on telephone.

Develops and maintains court collection account records, such as a log of all child support payments received.

On a daily basis, balances all accounts and cash drawer with supporting documentation, and prepares child support deposit.

Prepares and submits various periodic reports regarding collection activity and expenditures and provides statistical information upon request.

Completes routine transactions such as preparing checks for forfeited or discharged bonds, disbursing GAL fees, and disbursing refunds owed to clients.

Manages all child support bonds paid at Juvenile Court.

Documents collection and payment information regarding youth placement and Social Security benefits.  Prepares orders for Judge and completes applications for Social Security.

Determines indigency eligibility for poverty affidavits.

Serves as back-up to the Cashier by collecting payments from clients for costs, fines, GAL fees, filing fees and bonds, warrant recalls, child support payments, and other various payments.

Responsible for NSF (returned) checks.

Performs other duties as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Has no direct supervisory responsibility for staff members.

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment and office technology such as copy machines, personal computers and telephones.

Confidential Data

All court-related information regarding hearings, etc. that the employee may come in contact with by working in the facility.

Working Conditions

Works in a general office setting with moderate noise levels.  May be subject to interruptions, quick deliverables, and changing work deadlines.

Usual Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, to speak clearly, and to hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  
 

Knowledge of  cash collection and reconciliation principles. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, agencies, and Court staff. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Skills in obtaining sensitive data through client interviews and devising viable solutions to support-related problems.  Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.  Candidate must obtain passing scores on the pre-employment Excel test (7/10) and Cash Handling Test (21/30).

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent work experience. (1 year of college = 2 years of work experience)

AND

Three (3) years of experience in bookkeeping or other related fields. Work experience must include experience in handling cash transactions.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

None

Court Expectations of Employee

In accomplishing the responsibilities of this position, the Court expects that the employee will adhere to the mission and values of the Court as well as all Court policies and procedures.  In addition, while carrying out the duties of this position, the employee is expected to model high ethical conduct on and off the job, and exhibit a professional and respectful demeanor with all Court employees.

Court Mission Statement

To administer justice, rehabilitate juveniles, support and strengthen families, and promote public safety.

Application Procedure

Current Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas Juvenile Division Employees:

• The deadline to apply is 7/10/2023.
• Please visit https://juvenilecourt.applicantstack.com/x/openings-internal to complete and submit the Job Posting Response Form to the Human Resources Division.
• The Job Posting Response form must be received in Human Resources by the job posting deadline for consideration as a candidate for the posted position.
• If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you can submit a waiver to Human Resources. Please refer to the Employee Handbook Policy number 1.02.04.

External Applicants: 

• This position will remain posted until filled. 
• Please visit https://juvenilecourt.applicantstack.com/x/openings to view this posting and to complete and submit the Application for Employment. 

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