About this position
Classification and Salary: Eviction Diversion Coordinator
$28.78/hour; $29.52 after 6 months; $31.77 after 1 year
Grade 36
Location of Employment: Douglas County District Court – Self-Help Center
Judicial and Law Enforcement Center
111 E. 11th Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
Job duties: Facilitate the Douglas County District Court Eviction Diversion Initiative (EDI) to ensure smooth and efficient functioning of the program. Conduct research and outreach to understand the needs of the community regarding legal issues surrounding housing. Develop educational material for use by landlords and tenants. Attend all eviction answer dockets and work with judges and court staff. Other responsibilities include assisting pro se litigants in the Self-Help Center.
Required Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and have a valid driver’s license. Five years of work experience within a court system are preferred. Additionally, applicants who can read, write, and speak fluently in both English and Spanish are preferred for this position.
Special Additional Requirements: An offer of employment is conditioned upon passing a criminal background check.
Send application and resume to: Casey Forsyth, Legal Self-Help Director
111 E. 11th Street
Lawrence, Kansas 66049
cforsyth@dgcoks.gov
(785) 838-2483
Position will remain open until filled.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for an accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with Douglas County, Kansas. It is your responsibility to make your needs known to Douglas County, Kansas. Please contact Casey Forsyth at (785) 838-2483 or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 1(800)766-3777.
$28.78/hour; $29.52 after 6 months; $31.77 after 1 year
Grade 36
Location of Employment: Douglas County District Court – Self-Help Center
Judicial and Law Enforcement Center
111 E. 11th Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
Job duties: Facilitate the Douglas County District Court Eviction Diversion Initiative (EDI) to ensure smooth and efficient functioning of the program. Conduct research and outreach to understand the needs of the community regarding legal issues surrounding housing. Develop educational material for use by landlords and tenants. Attend all eviction answer dockets and work with judges and court staff. Other responsibilities include assisting pro se litigants in the Self-Help Center.
Required Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and have a valid driver’s license. Five years of work experience within a court system are preferred. Additionally, applicants who can read, write, and speak fluently in both English and Spanish are preferred for this position.
Special Additional Requirements: An offer of employment is conditioned upon passing a criminal background check.
Send application and resume to: Casey Forsyth, Legal Self-Help Director
111 E. 11th Street
Lawrence, Kansas 66049
cforsyth@dgcoks.gov
(785) 838-2483
Position will remain open until filled.
DOUGLAS COUNTY, KANSAS IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for an accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with Douglas County, Kansas. It is your responsibility to make your needs known to Douglas County, Kansas. Please contact Casey Forsyth at (785) 838-2483 or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 1(800)766-3777.
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