Court Visitor; ACS

Job in Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, 99645, USA

Listing for: Government Jobs

Full Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-07-05

Job specializations:

Social Work
Child Development/Support, Youth Development, Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45 - 50 USD Hourly USD 45.00 50.00 HOUR

Position: Court Visitor (ACS Contract - Multiple Vacancies)

Court Visitors

The Alaska Court System is accepting applications from compassionate individuals to become Court Visitors in Anchorage, Kenai or Palmer. The ability to travel within Alaska is required, but planned. Experience working with rural Alaska communities or knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities of rural Alaska is preferred. The starting hourly rate of pay is $45.00. After one year of successful employment, the rate of pay may increase to $50.00 per hour.

Scheduled hours will vary by caseload. These are full-time contracted positions with no benefits. A valid driver's license is required. Mileage reimbursement and parking provided if needed.

Ideal candidates should possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Please detail these in the required letter of interest:

Good listening skills, friendliness, patience, and tact.

Excellent writing skills.

Ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of individuals, including people with significant physical and mental impairments and varying socio-economic backgrounds.

Willingness to complete timely case reports on forms provided by the court.

Ability to remain objective and non-judgmental in making reports to the court.

Ability to hold information in confidence.

Strong time management skills.

Strong desire to help people and to further the goals of the monitoring project.

Willingness to provide own transportation.

Potential travel to make visits around the State of Alaska as needed.

For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:

The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.