Senior Child Support Investigator

State of Texas; Texas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Attorney General (OAG), Child Support Division, seeks a dedicated Child Support Officer to locate noncustodial parents, establish paternity, and enforce child support orders. The role involves conducting investigations, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with state agencies to support Texas families.

Qualified candidates will have high school completion and a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; experience substitutions allowed.
• Experience: 2 years in child support, investigations, or IV-D related fields.
• Knowledge of investigative practices, child support policies, and IV-D procedures.

Responsibilities

• Locate absent parents and establish paternity.
• Establish or enforce child support orders; respond to inquiries.
• Prepare documents for legal actions and court filings.
• Negotiate settlements and lump-sum payments.
• Supervise staff and assign workloads as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information.

Skills

Investigative methods

Negotiation

Customer service

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Office of the Attorney General (OAG), Child Support Division, seeks a dedicated Child Support Officer to locate noncustodial parents, establish paternity, and enforce child support orders. The role involves conducting investigations, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with state agencies to support Texas families.

Qualified candidates will have high school completion and a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).