Civil Process Server (Geary County Sheriff's Office)
03/19/2025
Job Title: Civil Process Server (Part-Time)
Department: Geary County Sheriff's Office
Pay: $16.97
JOB SUMMARY
Part time position of up to 32 hours per week, benefit eligible. Under the supervision of the Administrative Lieutenant, the civil process server performs work relating to the appropriate service the court or to process. It is the responsibility of this employee to ensure that the legal documents of the court are served in a timely manner. When this is not possible to notify the court as required by law. Performs other duties as assigned. Previous law enforcement experience/ retired is preferred. Familiarity with civil process law, law enforcement and/or court processes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Civil Process. Receives, researches, and sorts legal documents of the court and determines the most expedient course of action to deliver official court documents to defendants. Verifies information in the documents are accurate and correct and match the legal party being served. Upon disposition of each piece of process, makes return to the court as required by law. Serves civil process papers to individuals who come into the department for such. Must be able to enter military reservation and perform duties as approved by military JAG and Provost Marshal. Performs vehicle identification number examinations serving as first-line contact when in office.
Administrative Functions. Reads and interprets court documents. Filing of paperwork as necessary. Performs front desk clerk functions as back-up when in departmental offices.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- A valid Kansas driver's license.
- 21 years of age.
- Must reside within a 30-mile radius of worksite within 90 days of employment.
- Complete any required training.
- Must qualify with a firearm and pass annual firearms qualifications.
