Field Probate Investigator – Guardianship

County of Riverside; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit increases

Robust benefit plan (medical, dental,

Vision insurance

CalPERS pension plan with employee %

Job summary

The Superior Court of California, County of Riverside is seeking a skilled Probate Investigator to conduct investigations involving conservatorship and guardianship matters. This is not a desk-only investigative role.

You'll meet with individuals in their homes and other community settings, interview family members and professionals, review legal, financial, and medical information, and provide the Court with clear, objective findings that help judicial officers make important decisions.

Qualifications

• Two years of employment experience performing casework or investigations in a legal, financial, law enforcement, or social services setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and assessments involving guardianship and conservatorship petitions.
• Interview prospective conservatees, family members, attorneys, medical and psychiatric professionals, government agencies, and other involved parties.
• Visit homes and other locations to assess living conditions and gather relevant information.
• Review medical, financial, legal, and court records as part of your investigation.
• Conduct criminal background checks on prospective conservators and guardians.
• Evaluate the continued need for conservatorships and review reports submitted by conservators.
• Interpret and apply Probate Law, Rules of Court, policies, procedures, and other legal requirements.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive, and objective investigative reports for judicial review and consideration.
• Communicate with individuals who may be confused, distressed, or experiencing challenging circumstances while maintaining professionalism, tact, and appropriate boundaries.

Skills

Investigator

Interviewing

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/social science/behavioral science/liberal arts or nursing

Job description

The Superior Court of California, County of Riverside is seeking a skilled Probate Investigator to conduct investigations involving conservatorship and guardianship matters. This is not a desk-only investigative role.

You'll meet with individuals in their homes and other community settings, interview family members and professionals, review legal, financial, and medical information, and provide the Court with clear, objective findings that help judicial officers make important decisions.