What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Support Deputy position at DeKalb County Government, Indiana?
DeKalb County (Indiana) Prosecuting Attorney is seeking a full-time Child Support Enforcement Deputy Director
This office is committed to collecting child support for the children of DeKalb County, Indiana. We welcome individuals dedicated to the same mission.
· Manage child support enforcement cases by using the Indiana State Enforcement Tracking System (ISETS);
· Evaluate and work with financial and wage data;
· Research and prepare documents for court, wage assignments, and various reports;
· Interview and work with custodial parents to initiate and follow up on enforcement actions;
· Creatively find parents who are hiding from their responsibility to pay child support;
· In Court, testify on child support arrearages and assist the Deputy Prosecutor;
· Work with secure tax information;
· Prepare and follow up on paternity cases and establishing support
· Assist with reports and administrative duties of the office
· Any other clerical duties that may be required by the office.
· Professionally handle incoming inquiries to the office from the public, and from the parents;
· Familiarity with the legal system
· Accurate math skills
· Be a team player; must work well with co-workers
· A strong work ethic
· Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve
· Professional demeanor
· Use Word, Excel and case management software and the commitment to learn as computer requirements change
· Abide by the confidentiality and loyalty requirements of the office
Hourly wage starts at $24 - $28 depending on experience, 35 hours a week. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with an hour lunch but must be flexible to meet the needs of the department.
What can you expect when you work for DeKalb County Government?
· Competitive pay
· Benefit package – medical, dental, vision, Rx, STD, Life/AD&D insurance
· Retirement Plans
· Generous Holidays
· Paid Time Off
· Direct deposit
Interested applicants should apply by e-mailing your resume referencing “Child Support Enforcement” to careers@co.dekalb.in.us by 4 PM on 7/31/26.
Employment contingent upon passing the IRS Background Check that includes FBI fingerprinting, local law enforcement check, and citizenship/residency check to validate eligibility to legally work in the U.S.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $28