Child Support Specialist Trainee
Salary
$31,533.00 - $53,916.00 Annually
Location
Monongalia County, WV
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number
BCSE26118 PSA
Department
HUMAN SERVICES - BCSE - BUREAU FOR CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
6/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
LOCATION OF VACANCY
MONONGALIA
PRESTON
Nature of Work
In a training capacity, performs entry - level Child Support Enforcement Work. Through formal classroom training and on the job training, job assignments are designed to develop familiarity with Child Support Laws, regulations, policies, programs, and services of the Bureau of Child Support Enforcement (BCSE). You will learn in this position with a training period where employees perform beginning level Child Support case work in processing cases through locations, case development, initial notice to non-custodial parents regarding obligation and Child Support Enforcement involvement. Under close supervision will learn to acquire knowledge and abilities leading to the independent management of a case load in Child Support Enforcement. This position requires monthly evaluation and progress monitoring by supervisory staff. Will learn to acquire the knowledge and abilities to manage a caseload in the area of Child Support Enforcement; become familiar with agency policy and State and Federal Laws. Will learn to locate parents, assets and sources of income and calculate the Child Support formula. Research legal sources such as statutes, court opinions, rules and regulations, and compile case information by reviewing public documents, interviewing customers, or gathering information from other agencies, and case files for the BCSE Attorney. Performs beginning level work in responding to customer service inquires to include resolution of less complex case issues, compose routine correspondence, and maintains confidentiality of Information. This posting is for a Caseworker. This Position is located in Monongalia and Preston Counties.
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: High school diploma or equivalent.
AND
Experience: Four (4) years of clerical and/or paraprofessional experience.
OR
Substitution: Successful completion of study from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience at a rate of one (1) year of experience for thirty (30) credit hours of education.
APPROVED AGENCY EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: To allow clerical/customer service, and corrections/community corrections experience to substitute for required training or experience.
Special Requirement: Availability of a vehicle for continuous use may be a requisite of employment.
Other Information
APPROVED AGENCY EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: To allow clerical/customer service, and corrections/community corrections experience to substitute for required training or experience.
PG: 9 $31,533 - $53,916
Market Rate: $48,122
Probationary period of twelve (12) months - (SPB 3013)
State employment offers a variety of benefits. Click HERE to visit the Division of Personnels Benefits Page.
Employer West Virginia
Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East
Building 3 Suite 500
Charleston, West Virginia, 25305
Phone (304) 558-3950
Website http://personnel.wv.gov