Arapahoe County Child Support Services Staff Earn Statewide Recognition

Arapahoe County Child Support Services Staff Earn Statewide Recognition Families across Arapahoe County count on Child Support Services to help their children thrive. This year, that dedication was recognized across Colorado: five members of the Arapahoe County Child Support Services team received statewide awards or nominations at the annual Family Support Conference, held May 31–June 3 in Loveland. For local families, Child Support Services is a direct and practical resource. The team helps establish parentage, set child support orders and ensure that parents receive the financial support needed for essentials like rent, groceries, school supplies, healthcare and childcare. These dollars go right back into Arapahoe County households—helping stabilize families and strengthen neighborhoods from Aurora to Centennial, Littleton to unincorporated communities. In 2025 alone, Arapahoe County's Child Support Services team managed more than 13,000 enforcement cases and collected over $39.5 million in support for children and caregivers. When families have consistent support, the entire county benefits. Stable households rely less on emergency services, children are better able to participate in school and a more reliable economic foundation grows throughout the community. This work supports not only individual families but also the long-term health of Arapahoe County as a whole. "Child support work is about much more than payments. It is about helping children, parents and caregivers build stability and access the support they need to move forward," said Zhanna Zukin, Community and Child Support Division Manager. "I am incredibly proud of our Child Support Services team and the dedication they bring to this work every day. This statewide recognition reflects their professionalism, compassion and commitment to serving families in Arapahoe County." At this year's statewide conference, three Arapahoe County team members earned top honors: Tracy Rumans—Outstanding IV-D Attorney Award, IV-D refers to the federal child support program established under Title IV-D of the Social Security Act, which helps families establish and enforce child support orders. Jazzmyn Proctor-Smith—Large County Lump Sum Award, which recognizes performance related to collecting child support through lump-sum payments. Maureen Alexander—Outstanding IV-D Administrator Award, which recognizes exceptional leadership and contributions to a local child support program. Two additional staff members were nominated for awards: Nancy Brown for the Outstanding Manager/Supervisor Award that recognizes a leader who demonstrates exceptional leadership and supports staff in their daily work. Andrew Staples for the Outstanding IV-D Attorney Award that recognizes contributions to the child support program and work supporting families. These honors highlight the strength and commitment of the team serving families right here in Arapahoe County. Congratulations to Tracy, Jazzmyn, Maureen, Nancy and Andrew on this well-deserved recognition.