Child Support Specialist I/II

Child Support Specialist I/II

Salary

$24.19 - $31.92 Hourly

Location

FC 1501 Blue Spruce, CO

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202600390

Department

Human Services

Opening Date

10/16/2026

Closing Date

11/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Full/Part Time

Full Time

• Description
• Benefits
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Overview

At Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive and provide timely resources in partnership with our community so individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic staff member to join our Benefits and Community Support (BCS) Division as a Child Support Specialist.

Child Support Specialists manage a caseload of varying sizes to ensure that children receive financial and medical support from both parents. Specialists will locate parents, establish paternity, child support, medical support and modify support orders, as well as enforce those obligations through a variety of legal and administrative actions. Specialists will perform legal and court research to assist in determining the most appropriate legal or administrative action to establish or enforce a child support order.

The typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in a hybrid work environment that requires at least one day per week in the office. The role requires reliable internet access and a suitable remote workspace, with a one-time stipend provided to support equipment and office supply needs. In-office work could be performed at one of the following three locations: 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO; 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO; 200 Peridot Avenue, Loveland, CO

Visit our website to learn more about the meaningful work we do: https://www.larimer.gov/humanservices

You must submit three professional references with valid contact information with this application. Please note that current county employees cannot provide professional references.

Responsibilities

What youll be doing:

• Managing a caseload of 100-600 child support cases.
• Locating parents and assets using tools, databases, and investigative methods.
• Establishing paternity and initiating child support orders.
• Analyzing cases to determine legal or administrative next steps.
• Performing legal and court research in judicial systems, state databases, and in collaboration with other jurisdictions to establish and/or enforce child support obligations.
• Documenting contacts, correspondence, and all actions taken for each case in the Automated Child Support Enforcement System (ACSES).
• Conducting interviews with custodial and non-custodial parents to establish and/or enforce child support orders.
• Utilizing a variety of administrative and legal avenues to enforce child support obligations on behalf of the child.

To view the full job description, visit - https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Child_Support_Specialist_I & https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Child_Support_Specialist_II

What were looking for:

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence working with numbers and performing calculations.
• Experience with databases, word processing, and spreadsheet tools.
• Clear, professional communication-written and verbal.
• Ability to read and apply policies, rules, and procedures.
• Skilled at building respectful, effective working relationships.
• Understanding of child support laws, legal documents, and processes.
• Background in legal work, collections, or child support preferred.
• Ability to manage tough conversations and de-escalate conflict.
• Consistent, reliable attendance.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain required state certifications.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role's needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

Depending on qualifications, this position will be hired as a Child Support Technician I or II.

Child Support Specialist I $24.1868/hr - $29.0241/hr

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year of experience in a legal, collections, or Human Services setting with extensive public contact required.
• Complete training and/or certification as mandated by the assigned program required.
• Prior experience with a IV-D Child Support program is preferred.

Child Support Specialist II: $26.6055/hr - $31.9266/hr

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree with coursework emphasis in Human Services, Human Behavioral Science, Paralegal or a related field, or equivalent education and experience is preferred.
• One (1) year of experience as a Child Support Specialist I with Larimer County, or in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
• Complete training and/or certification as mandated by the assigned program.
• Prior experience with a IV-D Child Support program is preferred.
• Notary Public, or ability to obtain such certification.

Benefits

Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer Countys Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

All new employees and rehires will be required to submit fingerprints for a CBI criminal background check (c.r.s. 26-6-104).

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer Countys Benefits.

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Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources.
• Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
• Providing consistent quality customer service.
• Empowering people to take responsibility.
• Cultivating collaborative partnerships.
• Being a fulfilling, respectful, and enjoyable place to work.

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Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.

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Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?

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• No

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Do you currently have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have one (1) year of experience in a legal, collections, or Human Services setting with extensive public contact?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to complete training and/or certification as mandated by the assigned program?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have prior experience with a IV-D Child Support program?

• Yes
• No

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Are you certified as a Notary Public?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have an associates degree with coursework emphasis in Human Services, Human Behavioral Science, Paralegal or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least one (1) year of experience as a Child Support Technician I with Larimer County?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have access to an at home or other remote work space?

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• No

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Do you have access to a stable internet connection at the remote workspace?

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• No

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Do you have access to a reliable phone that can be used for work purposes?

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• No

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Did you list three professional references with valid contact information on this application? Please note that current county employees are unable to provide professional references.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

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