Court Investigator

LICKING COUNTY
Newark, Ohio United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 29, 2026
  • Part Time
  • Court Administration
  • Criminology and Forensics
  • Job Description

    Position Description:
    Duties: Conduct inspections to investigate the living situations of minor children in open cases as directed.

    Meet with parties to cases and their associates. Contact with schools and other agencies that may have involvement with the family. Formulate comprehensive reports for the Court’s and litigants’ information. Make appropriate referrals to community resources to assist parties and children in addressing specific needs. Testify in court hearings as required to verify contents of report. Administer drug tests as directed by the Court.

    Other duties as assigned.
    Brief Description:
    Summary: The Court seeks an individual to conduct investigations as to the living situation of minor children. Position responsibilities include meeting with and observing families as directed by a written motion and order of a litigant, an attorney or on the Court’s own motion.
    Job Prerequisites:
    Minimum Qualifications: Qualified individuals must be 21 years of age and must possess a high school diploma and valid Ohio driver’s license. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related area of study, or licensure as an independent social worker is preferred. Knowledge or understanding of Juvenile Court or Domestic Relations Court case processes and procedures is also beneficial. General knowledge of computer processing programs and other related computer programs.
    Compensation:
    Salary: Commensurate with experience

    Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Licking County Government
    • Licking County Government

    A career in public service with Licking County Government presents an opportunity to make a difference in the community. As one of Licking County's largest employers, we currently employ approximately 1200 individuals, offering a variety of staff, managerial and professional positions in a wide range of career areas: information technology systems, human services, social services, criminology, law, planning, environmental sciences, recycling/litter prevention, safety, health and maintenance.

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