Now Hiring Supervising Child Support Specialist

Join our Team at Kern County Child Support Services as a Supervising Child Support Specialist Qualifications: 3 years of experience equivalent to Child Support Specialist II in the Kern County classification system OR 1 year of experience equivalent to Senior Child Support Specialist in the Kern County classification system OR 2 years of experience equivalent…

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Our Offices Closed on Thursday, October 23, 2025

Kern County Child Support Services branch offices will be closed on Thursday, October 23, 2025. We will reopen on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 8:00am-5:00pm For payment kiosk, our Bakersfield office lobby will be available between 8:00am-5:00pm. 3701 N. Sillect Ave. Bakersfield 455 Lexington St. Delano 400 N. China Lake Blvd. Ridgecrest

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We Come to You!

Need to open a child support case, modify an order, receive assistance with forms, or have questions about child support? Meet our Mobile Office team! We’ll come to you! Stay tuned for more information, details and locations, coming soon. October 8 – Department of Human Services Bakersfield 100 E. California Ave. Bakersfield, 9:30am-1:30pm October 9…

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Mobile Office Dates in October

Visit the Kern County Child Support Services Mobile Office in October! This month, we will be providing our services from our Mobile Office in Bakersfield, Lamont, Shafter and Taft! Meet with Child Support Professionals, Receive Information about Your Case, Learn About Your Case Options. Walk-Ins Are Welcome! October 1 – Department of Human Services Taft…

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Join Our Legal Team

We are now hiring! Join our Legal Team: Child Support Attorney I-V Child Support Attorney V *Attorneys Receive $15,000 Hiring Bonus! *Entry-level positions gain legal/courtroom experience *Supervising Attorney receives additional 5% Pay Join us at the Kern County Career Expo on Saturday, September 27 from 9am-1pm at County Administrative Office, 1115 Truxtun Avenue Bakersfield, to…

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Mobile Office Dates in September

Visit the Kern County Child Support Services Mobile Office in September! This month, we will be providing our services from our Mobile Office in Bakersfield, Lamont, and Shafter! Meet with Child Support Professionals, Receive Information about Your Case, Learn About Your Case Options Walk-Ins Are Welcome

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16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair

One month ago, we hosted our 16th annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair at the Kern County Museum, helping thousands of children in Kern County receive essentials for back to school. Your support and participation at our event are greatly appreciated. Thank you for being a part of a memorable day. Thank…

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Our Director Toni Kendrick Receives Donation from SunTerra

Our director Toni Kendrick received a donation on behalf of our department from Lissette Navarro at SunTerra/Project Food Box that is going toward our efforts to ensure children receive backpacks and school supplies at our annual Ready-Set Back to School events. Thank you for supporting our efforts ro help the families of our community.

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Our Core Values

At Kern County Child Support Services, our core purpose is to help families create a better life for children. Every action we take is guided by our mission and values and is reflected in how we work with families, our team members, and our partners. Our department is focused on driving positive change, working together…

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Enjoy Your New Backpack & Have A Great School Year!

Thank you for joining us at our 16th Annual Ready-Set Back 2 School Health & Wellness Fair! In celebration of Child Support Awareness Month, our department fundraises to host our annual event, providing families & children free back to school giveaways & resources, plus family-fun activities! Enjoy your new backpack & have a great school…

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