Job Details

Domestic Investigator

• $55,604 - $74,513/ Year
• Full Benefits Package

Duties: 

• Conducts investigations, prepares reports and makes recommendations regarding child custody, support and wellbeing. Investigations may include review of documentation, interviews, home visits and communication with related professionals. 

• Reviews cases to determine child support arrearages; assists in collecting child support payments. 

• Develops and manages parenting time schedules. 

• Regularly confers with parties and attorneys regarding domestic relations cases. Assists in resolving disputes between litigants. 

• Prepares and maintains files, records, reports and case-related correspondence. 

• Initiates court proceedings to resolve disagreements between parties. Attends and testifies at court hearings.

• Investigates complaints regarding the welfare and well-being of dependent minor children and direct parties to proper resources or authorities. 

• Assists walk-in clients and receive phone inquiries. Explains Friend of the Court policies and procedures. 

• Attends professional development training. 

• This description is intended to illustrate the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or related field with previous social work or related experience preferred; OR

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of four years of full-time experience in direct human service counseling and/or investigative duties with a criminal justice agency.

Special Requirements: 

• Must have a valid vehicle operator's license. 

• A pre-employment physical, drug test and background check are required before employment. 

• Will be fingerprinted and may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment. 

• Applicant may not have any felony convictions. 

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Must possess an ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide variety of socioeconomic backgrounds. 

• Proficient in writing, interpersonal, and communication skills. 

• Efficiently manage time, prioritization and productivity. 

• Exhibit sound judgment and ability to work as part of a team. 

• Competent with computers, computer programs and Microsoft Office products.

Desired:

• Familiarity with Michigan Court Rules, Michigan statutes relating to child custody, parenting time, and child support, Office of Child Support policy, Michigan Child Support Guidelines, and Court practices and procedures.