Deputy Public Administrator​/Guardian​/Conservator

Overview

The Human Services Department seeks qualified candidates to fill full-time and extra-help Deputy Public Administrator/Guardian/Conservator positions. Starting salary up to $49.81/hour ($103,959/year) and a competitive total compensation package.

• Investigate, and may administer, the estates of deceased individuals who had no will or were without appropriate people to act as administrators.
• Conduct official County investigations into conservatorship matters and act as legally appointed conservators for persons found by the Courts to be unable to properly care for themselves or their finances.
• Perform case, estate, personal, and financial management services for adults who are older, dependent, and/or gravely disabled who are unable to act in their own best interest, or resist fraud and/or undue influence.
• Communicate with clients, community partners, and others; sign medication consents; investigate referrals; conduct quarterly visits; attend team meetings; and serve as the Officer of the Day, as needed.

The following outlines the typical qualifications and experience sought:

• Experience involving probate of estates and/or legal guardianship/conservatorship
• Expertise in investigating and evaluating information and data
• Professional experience with decedent estates, probate guardian ships, and/or Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) conservatorships
• An understanding of public assistance programs available to clients
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a large workload under strict deadlines
• Experience working with a diverse population of clients in varying degrees of crisis
• Strong communication skills to assist clients and family members under severe stress
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain client confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Panoramic Database Software, and other case management tracking tools

As the largest agency in Sonoma County government, the Human Services Department’s mission is to bridge clients to opportunities through responsive safety-net services, protect vulnerable children and adults, and promote independence and well-being. The department administers state and federal programs including CalFRESH, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, and In-Home Supportive Services, and values dignity, humility, integrity, responsiveness, partnership, and belonging.

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that may be available depending on the assignment
• Salary Advancement - Increases after milestones for good performance
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and floating holidays
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - Majority of employee-only and family plans covered
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Retirement - Pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Paid Parental Leave - Up to 8 weeks after 12 months of County employment
• Additional Benefits - Dental, vision, disability, life insurance, EAP, professional development, and more
• Student Loan Debt Relief - Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

* Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the SEIU MOU and Employee Benefits Directory.

The Human Services Department is recruiting to fill one full-time and multiple extra-help Deputy Public Administrator/Guardian/Conservator positions. Applications are accepted online; paper applications may be submitted in person, by fax, email, or mail. Continuous recruitments may close without notice when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. The County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Experience and

Education:

Any combination of education, training, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. Normally, a Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, social welfare, behavioral health, business administration, legal studies, or related field; and one year of relevant experience; OR two years of related experience with related college coursework. Certification by the California State Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardians, and Public Conservators is required within four years of appointment.

A valid California Driver’s License may be required depending on assignment. The positions require possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Additional information: A background investigation is required prior to employment. Some positions may require additional requirements such as a physical exam or drug screening. See the Job Classification Screening Schedule for details.