JOB REQUIREMENTS: CHILD SUPPORT ATTORNEY Kenosha County is seeking a
motivated Child Support Attorney to join our team. The Child Support
Attorney, reporting to the Lead Child Support Attorney, acts as the
legal counsel for Kenosha County Child Support Services (CSS) in the
Division of Workforce Development. The Child Support Attorney will
represent the County and the interests of the State of Wisconsin in all
legal actions in which child support establishment, paternity
establishment, child support enforcement, or modification of an existing
support order are at issue, as well as any related matters. Child
Support Attorneys communicate with parents and caretakers, provide
resources and referrals, analyze data, conduct legal research, prepare
legal pleadings, and utilize various state and federal computer systems,
databases, and reports in the course of their daily activities. 2026
Hiring Range: \$84,278 - \$100,330 annually Position Summary and Job
Duties Represent the State of Wisconsin in enforcement, order
establishment, paternity establishment, and modification of judgment
cases filed by Kenosha County CSS before the court; make other
appearances as required to represent the interest of the State or County
Perform legal research related to child support motions, briefs, and
negotiated settlements Participate in and successfully complete
continuing legal education courses (CLEs) and remain in good standing
with the State Bar of Wisconsin Prepare, review, and approve the
drafting of legal documents and correspondence to be submitted to the
Family Court Commissioner or Circuit Court Review, interpret, implement,
and keep current on Federal and State child support law, administrative
rules, regulations, and procedures Review and approve pleadings
submitted by private counsel or individuals Negotiate out of court
settlements Make decisions in consultation with the management and legal
team regarding appeals Review and determine the course of action on
complex cases Review statutory changes and appellate decisions Interpret
law for agency staff Establish paternity, current support, and/or health
insurance by means of drafting and filing court actions through the
circuit court Review existing orders for modification of current support
based on timelines, income and substantial changes in circumstances
Approve and file actions with the court through the wiKIDS/CCAP efiling
interface Maintain communication with clients, co-workers, courts, other
departments and partner agencies Communicate with non-custodial parents
who are unemployed or underemployed and refer them to employment and
training programs to increase their ability to pay their child support
Recommend cases for possible criminal non-support prosecution Process
incoming and outgoing intergovernmental cases, as needed Supervise
employees Perform other work as required or assigned Skill in: Internal
and external customer service Typing, writing, organization, and
analysis Investigative interviewing, research, and communication
Critical thinking and problem solving Negotiating settlements Time
management, multi-tasking, and prioritization Microsoft Word, Excel,
Outlook, and Teams; CCAP efiling; and Adobe Acrobat Professional
Supervising staff Attention to detail Ability to: Analyze, appraise, and
organize facts and evidence, and present such materials effectively both
orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective working
relationships with other employees, partner agencies, and the general
public Understand the court process and local judiciary structure Review
and prepare files for court appearances Quickly prioritize and shift
between management and court duties Work with printing machines and
photocopiers Work with both electronic and paper files Display
persistence, ingenuity, and adaptability Read and interpret child
support financial data screens Work with people of various socioeconomic
backgrounds and remain professional and courteous at all times Adhere to
strict confidentiality guidelines as well as computer security
guidelines Work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment
Benefits Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month
following 30 days of employment, with the ability to reduce premium
contribution through participation in a wellness program Flexible
Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Voluntary
Paid Time Off Twelve Paid Holidays Retirement Plan: Participation in the
Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement Physical Demands The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. The position involves light physical
demands, such as exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and up
to 10 pounds of force frequently. Selection Process Application Review -
Qualifying Oral Interview Qualifying Background Check - Qualifying Drug
Screen - Qualifying If you require accommodations at any point in the
selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources
in advance for arrangements. Applications must be submitted no later
than Friday, August 7th, 2026, at 12:00 noon. To learn more about the
Kenosha County Division of Workforce Development Child Support Services,
please visit:https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/264/Workforce-Development
Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer.
Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.
The pay grade for this position is E11 (Min. \$84,278 Max. \$100,330
annually). We are located in Kenosha County, an expanding community
along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from
Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to
live, work, and play, please
visit:https://www.visitkenosha.com/orhttps://lifebalancedkenosha.com/.
Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!
** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Success Factors
Knowledge of: State and federal law as it applies to family matters
including intergovernmental policies Kenosha County Circuit Court rules
of law and court procedures Legal terminology, legal documents, and
legal writing proficiency Family law and state/county policy as it
pertains to child support, substitute care, guardianship, paternity,
bankruptcy, and probate law, as they intersect with child support Kids
Information Data System (KIDS), WiKIDS, Child Support Online Services
(CSOS), Control-D, CARES/Cares Worker Web (CWW) and Circuit Court Access
(CCAP) or ability to obtain required knowledge within six months of
employment Wisconsin Statute 767 Must be admitted to practice before the
Wisconsin Supreme Court as well as the Federal Courts for the Eastern
and Western Districts of Wisconsin Ability to obtain a Notary Public
within 6 months and maintain thereafter 1-3 years\' experience in
paternity, child support enforcement, or family law Regular attendance
and punctuality are required ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online: www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs
