Child Support Specialist – Grand Traverse County Prosecutor’s Office

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 63,984,000 - 80,117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Job summary

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan is seeking a Child Support Specialist in Traverse City, MI. The role focuses on information delivery, guidance on public benefits, and coordinating with state and county agencies to ensure eligibility and services for clients.

Responsibilities include counseling clients, reviewing cases, assisting with applications, and coordinating with outside agencies. Travel and irregular hours may be required; a valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Counseling or related field.
• Two to four years of related experience.
• A four-year college degree may substitute for up to one year of required experience.
• Two years directly related experience may substitute for each year of education if applicable.
• Must have valid driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Advises and counsels clients and provides information regarding services and benefits; refers to outside agencies as needed.
• Receives, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates information; makes recommendations based on findings.
• Checks and certifies cases to ensure documentation and criteria are met.
• Assists clients in filing applications and acts as liaison with outside agencies.
• Writes appeals for determinations by federal, state, and local agencies.
• May oversee daily operations of departmental programs and transportation coordination.
• Participates in meetings with other agencies to share information and coordinate services.
• Corresponds with agencies to secure necessary documentation for claims and services.
• Conducts field trips to assist clients who cannot visit the office.

Skills

Counseling

Client guidance

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

Associate’s degree in Counseling

Two to four years of related experience

Bachelor’s degree substitution for experience

Experience substitution for education per policy

Valid driver’s license and insurance

Job description

Position Information

Jennifer Stratton August 20, 2026

Agency Level

County

County

Grand Traverse

Agency

County Prosecutor’s Office

Job Title

Child Support Specialist

Work Location

Traverse City, MI

Department

Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

Reports To

Chief Assistant Prosecutor

Salary

$22.33 – $27.96 Hourly

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Wellness, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K, Holidays, Personal Leave, Parental Leave, 457(b), Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability

Experience Level

• Entry-level
• Mid-level

Position

Full-Time

Posting Date

08/20/2026

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled

Job Description

Primary function of the job is to provide information, assistance, advice, and guidance to individuals seeking public benefits and government services. Interviews and counsels clients, researches claims and conditions, determines accuracy of information and eligibility status, and provides referral services. Acts as an advocate or counselor for clients. Employees in this job have no formal supervisory role, however, may train, guide, prioritize, or lead case management assistants or other employees in the designated work unit. Employees work as part of a team and are responsible for ensuring that the team meets its objectives.

Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to successfully perform all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

This position may require irregular hours. This position may also require travel by the employee in his/her own vehicle.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Advises and counsels clients and provides information regarding services and benefits available to them and/or refers them to proper outside agencies when applicable and updates clients as changes occur, which may include coordinating the scheduling of appointments for applicable services.
• Receives, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates a variety of information associated with assigned programmatic area and makes recommendations based on findings.
• Checks and certifies each case to ensure all necessary documentation and criteria have been met.
• Assists clients and their families in filing their applications for services and benefits and acts as liaison between the client/family and outside agencies.
• Writes appeals for determinations made by federal, state, and local agencies.
• May act as an authorized agent or custodian of state and county emergency relief programs and may intervene when necessary to address emergent situations.
• May oversee the daily operation of departmental programs to include coordination of transportation.
• Participates in/on meetings, committees, and/or other related groups involving other agencies, service organizations, hospitals, and other community groups in order to receive and convey information. Serves as a liaison between assigned programmatic area and other internal departments, external agencies, and/or other interested parties.
• Corresponds with appropriate agencies to secure required documentation to properly submit necessary claims or obtain necessary services for clients from State and County agencies.
• Conducts field trips to assist clients who cannot come to the office to file for benefits and services.
• Prepares and facilitates training sessions and/or presentations to internal employees, groups, and/or other interested parties related to available programs in assigned area of responsibility.
• Maintains information, data, and statistics on operational activities and prepares related reports.
• Assists attorneys with all aspects of preparing victims for hearings and/or trials.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s (two-year) degree in Counseling or a related field.
• Two to four years of related experience.
• A four-year college degree in a related field may substitute for up to one year of required experience.
• Two years directly related experience may substitute for each year of the education requirement, if there is demonstrated knowledge, ability, and skills to perform the work
• Must have valid driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance and maintain eligibility to drive as per the County’s Vehicle policy.

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