Probate Investigator

The Superior Court of California, County of Riverside is seeking a skilled and compassionate 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. You will independently conduct detailed investigations to evaluate circumstances surrounding conservatorship and guardianship cases. Your work will require a unique combination of investigative skill, sound judgment, empathy, attention to detail, and strong written communication. Your investigative reports become evidence and are relied upon by judicial officers when making guardianship and conservatorship determinations, making the quality and objectivity of your work essential. In this role, you will: 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. The position requires significant fieldwork throughout Riverside County, with approximately 50% travel, and regular visits to homes and other facilities to conduct interviews and assess living conditions. Who We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a curious and thorough investigator, thoughtful interviewer, and strong writer who can gather information from multiple sources and turn complex facts into clear, well-supported findings. You'll be successful in this role if you can remain objective when circumstances are complicated, exercise sound independent judgment, communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, maintain confidentiality, and approach sensitive situations with tact and discretion. Minimum Qualifications Education: A bachelor's degree in a science, social science, behavioral science, liberal arts, or nursing from an accredited educational institution. Additional Continuing Education: Requirements must be met annually pursuant to the criteria outlined in the California Rule of Court 10.478. Experience: Two years of employment experience performing casework or investigations in a legal, financial, law enforcement, or social services setting. A valid California Driver License is required to perform the essential functions of this position. For a complete list of the qualifications and essential duties, please refer to the job description .

The Superior Court of California, County of Riverside is seeking a skilled and compassionate 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. You will independently conduct detailed investigations to evaluate circumstances surrounding conservatorship and guardianship cases. Your work will require a unique combination of investigative skill, sound judgment, empathy, attention to detail, and strong written communication.

Your investigative reports become evidence and are relied upon by judicial officers when making guardianship and conservatorship determinations, making the quality and objectivity of your work essential.

In this role, you will:

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.

The position requires significant fieldwork throughout Riverside County, with approximately 50% travel, and regular visits to homes and other facilities to conduct interviews and assess living conditions.

The ideal candidate is a curious and thorough investigator, thoughtful interviewer, and strong writer who can gather information from multiple sources and turn complex facts into clear, well-supported findings.

You'll be successful in this role if you can remain objective when circumstances are complicated, exercise sound independent judgment, communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, maintain confidentiality, and approach sensitive situations with tact and discretion.

Education: A bachelor's degree in a science, social science, behavioral science, liberal arts, or nursing from an accredited educational institution.

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

A valid California Driver License is required to perform the essential functions of this position.

For a complete list of the qualifications and essential duties, please refer to the job description .

This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the Court have been met and may close at any time. However, the deadline to apply for first round consideration is Tuesday , October 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.

All applications will be reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; those candidates deemed most qualified may be invited to an online or written assessment, if applicable. Candidates who take and successfully pass the assessment may be invited to an oral panel interview. Candidates who are successful in the interview may be placed on an eligible list. Placement on an eligible list is not a guarantee of employment. Additional steps for the selection process may include a comprehensive background check and drug test.

You will be notified by email and/or text message during the process of this recruitment through governmentjobs.com. Please check your email spam/junk folders and accept emails ending with governmentjobs.com and riverside.courts.ca.gov. If your information changes, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .

Riverside Superior Court provides reasonable accommodations upon request for applicants with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 951-777-3017 or [email protected] if you feel you will need an accommodation for any aspect of the selection process. The Human Resources Department requests that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the examination so that a reasonable accommodation may be made.

Top-Tier Health Coverage : Premium medical plans through CalPERS, plus Delta Dental and VSP Vision to keep you and your family healthy and smiling.

Substantial Contributions: Receive court contributions towards the cost of medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family. Eight of our ten medical plan options are covered at 100% , which means you will have absolutely zero out-of-pocket monthly premium costs, helping you stay healthy without breaking the bank!

Employee Only: $1,264/month

Employee + 1 Dependent: $2,117/month

Employee + Family: $2,754/month

Financial Flexibility : Save smart with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Peace of Mind : Secure supplemental life insurance benefits through Lincoln Financial.

Court paid basic life/accidental dismemberment (AD&D) insurance in the amount of: $50,000/$25,000

$50,000/$25,000

Golden Retirement : Build a strong future with a CalPERS pension and additional Nationwide 457(b) retirement savings options.

Emotional Wellness : Access confidential support through our court provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP) whenever you need it.

Generous Paid Time Off

14 Paid Holidays

Alternative Work Schedule

Depending on your role, you may be eligible for: 9/80 Schedule: Work 80 hours over 9 days. 4/10 Schedule: Work four 10-hour days with a three-day weekend, every week . Hybrid Work Options: Some positions may qualify for a hybrid schedule , blending in-office collaboration with the convenience of remote work.

9/80 Schedule: Work 80 hours over 9 days.

4/10 Schedule: Work four 10-hour days with a three-day weekend, every week .

Hybrid Work Options: Some positions may qualify for a hybrid schedule , blending in-office collaboration with the convenience of remote work.

Bereavement Leave for life's toughest moments

Tuition Discounts to help you grow and learn

Crushing Student Debt? We’ve got you covered. We offer eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF) Certification —so you can keep building your career and wipe out your student loans.

Yes

No

I do not have a Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in a Science

Bachelor's Degree in a Social Science

Bachelor's Degree in a Behavioral Science

Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in other area

Master's Degree or above

Less than two years

Two years

Three years

Four years

Five years or more

Six months

One year

Three years or more

Three or more years

Required Question