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Bench Warrant Officer

Job in Jackson, Jackson County, Michigan, 49203, USA
Listing for: Jackson County
Full Time position Listed on 2026-10-19
Job specializations:
  • Government
    Police Officer
  • Law/Legal
    Police Officer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 64000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 64000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position Summary

The Jackson County Friend of the Court has an immediate opening for an experienced individual to maintain and monitor bench warrants issued on support, custody and parenting time issues. The ability to be deputized, make field arrests on bench warrants and transport those arrested in other local jurisdictions, is required.

Position Description RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Prior to making field arrests, conducts investigations into background (i.e., risk assessment).
  • Conducts research using Accurint and the Secretary of State database and conducts searches and makes arrests throughout the city, county and state for individuals with outstanding Friend of the Court bench warrants. Maintains close contact with other law enforcement agencies throughout the state for purposes of executing warrants when the individual is located outside of Jackson County.
  • Transports individuals arrested on bench warrants back to local jurisdiction and back and forth from jail to court proceedings as needed.
  • Reviews cases and interviews incarcerated individuals to determine if case can be resolved without a court hearing.
  • Enters and maintains information into the Michigan Child Support Enforcement System (MICSES).
  • Investigates and determines the whereabouts of delinquent child support payers.
  • Serves as courtroom and office security of bench warrant hearings and Order to Show Cause hearings, and responds to other security issues within the Friend of the Court as needed.
    • QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education:

    Associates degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences or related area. Bachelors Degree in criminal justice, behavioral sciences or a related area preferred.

    Experience:

    Two to three years of casework and/or enforcement and investigative experience, preferably with domestic relations law. Must have at least one year of experience as a corrections officer, police officer, probation officer or similar military training and experience. Must be skilled in effectively handling and diffusing hostile situations. Knowledge of Word Perfect and Windows desired.

    Other Requirements:
    Ability to be deputized and maintain any required certifications to sustain active deputy status with the Jackson County Sheriff's Department including handgun or other Sheriffs Department authorized weapons. Ability to meet and maintain qualifications for carrying a Concealed Weapons Permit as required by the Court. Must have and maintain a valid Michigan Driver's License.

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