Probate Investigator

Probate Investigator

Salary

$40.17 - $52.42 Hourly

Location

Within Riverside County, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26PROBINV-01

Department

Legal Services

Opening Date

09/14/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Welcome

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. Youll 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 Were 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.

Youll 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 bachelors 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.

About the Riverside Superior Court

Riverside is the fourth largest county in California and the 10th largest in the United States. There are fourteen court facilities spanning 7,300 square miles that serves Riverside's 2.4 million residents. The courts and its employees hold a unique role in the public sector. The mission of the Riverside Superior Court is, "…in a fair, accessible, effective, and efficient manner, resolve disputes arising under the law and interpret and apply the law consistently, impartially, and independently to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of California and of the United States."

Competitive Compensation Package

At Riverside Superior Court, we reward hard work and dedication!

We offer:

• Annual merit increases for satisfactory job performance
• A robust benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• A pension plan provided by the California Public Employers Retirement System also known as CalPERS. You will contribute between 7% and 8% of your biweekly pay, depending on your membership status
• Optional deferred compensation programs
• Generous leave accruals
• Fourteen (14) paid holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Tuition discounts
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) or Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF) Certification

Application Process

All applicants are required to submit a completed online application and supplemental questionnaire. To learn more about how to create an application, click HERE.

Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the required application and supplemental questionnaire.

Human Resources will review applications to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; therefore, it is to your benefit to include all current and previous related work experience. When listing Court experience, please include dates and classification of each position held, if more than one.

Selection Procedures:

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.

Status Notifications

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.

Reasonable Accommodations

Riverside Superior Court provides reasonable accommodations upon request for applicants with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 951-777-3017 or Recruitment@riverside.courts.ca.gov 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.

At the Superior Court of California, County of Riverside, we are committed to not only providing a rewarding career but also taking care of our employees in every way possible. We understand that your health and well-being are just as important as your work, which is why we offer a powerhouse benefits package designed with YOU in mind.

Here's what you get when you join our team:

• 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!

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Court Contributions:

• 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

• 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.

Work-Life Balance You Can Count On:

• 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.

• Bereavement Leave for lifes 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.

This is more than a job-it's a career with purpose, benefits, and a team that's got your back.

01

The information you provide will be used to rate your qualifications for the position. Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the question. If you do not have experience, please write "NONE". NOTE: See résumé, See above, or copy and paste of your résumé are not considered qualifying responses and will not be scored. By selecting yes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this application requirement.

• Yes
• No

02

This position requires travel throughout Riverside County 50% of the time. Are you willing to travel as required of the position?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid California Drivers license and proof of liability insurance?

• Yes
• No

04

Per the California Rule of Court 10.478, this position requires 18 hours of continuing education on select topics annually. Are you willing to comply with the education requirements?

• Yes
• No

05

Which best describes your level of education?

• I do not have a Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree in a Science
• Bachelors Degree in a Social Science
• Bachelors Degree in a Behavioral Science
• Bachelors Degree in Liberal Arts
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing
• Bachelors Degree in other area
• Masters Degree or above

06

How many years of experience do you have performing casework or investigations in a legal, financial, law enforcement; or social services setting?

• Less than two years
• Two years
• Three years
• Four years
• Five years or more

07

Describe your experience as it relates to the above question in detail. If none, indicate "none".

08

How many years of experience do you have with conservatorship and guardianship proceedings in the state of California?

• None
• Six months
• One year
• Two years
• Three years or more

09

Describe your experience as it relates to the above question in detail. If none, indicate "none".

10

How many years of experience do you have interviewing individuals with disabilities, cognitive impairment, or communication barriers, and your experience interviewing minors?

• None
• Six months
• One year
• Two years
• Three or more years

11

Describe your experience as it relates to the above question in detail. If none, indicate "none".

12

How many years of experience do you have in conducting field investigations, home studies, home visits, or in-person assessments?

• None
• Six months
• One Year
• Two Years
• Three or more years

13

Describe your experience as it relates to the above question in detail. If none, indicate "none".

14

Do you have any employment gap(s) within the last 10 years? If yes, please answer the question below. Failure to do so will lead to disqualification.

• Yes
• No

15

Please explain any gap(s) in employment.

Required Question

Employer Superior Court of California, County of Riverside

Address 4050 Main Street

Riverside, California, 92501

Phone (951) 777-3017

Website http://courtjobs.com