Deputy Public Administrator​/Guardian​/Conservator

Position Information

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!

Deputy Public Administrator/Guardian/Conservators (Deputy PA/PG/PC) investigate, and may administer, the estates of deceased individuals who either had no will or were without appropriate people willing or able to act as administrators. They 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.

Deputy PA/PG/PCs also 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. They will 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 ideal candidate will possess many of the following:

• Experience involving the probate of estates and/or legal guardianship/conservatorship
• Expertise investigating and evaluating information and data
• Professional experience dealing with decedent estates, probate guardian ships, and/or Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) conservatorships
• An understanding of the 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 in order to assist clients and family members who may be under severe stress
• The 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 build upon strengths, as we bridge clients to opportunities through responsive safety-net services. We work to protect vulnerable children and adults, to help people rise above poverty and thrive in our community, and to promote maximum independence and well-being for individuals and families. HSD is responsible for child and adult protective services, veteran services, and administration of state and federal programs, including CalFRESH, CalWORKs, Medi‑Cal, and In‑Home Supportive Services.

The department is dedicated to providing responsive, client-focused services so that all in our community can live freely chosen lives up to their full potential throughout their lifespan. The core values that drive our work are dignity, humility, integrity, responsiveness, partnership, and belonging.

HSD fosters a positive work environment, where our commitment to providing opportunities for advancement is strengthened by a robust staff development program. We believe in the merits of work/life balance and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that our work contributes to the betterment of our community.

The Department works collaboratively at the federal, state, and local levels to find creative solutions to support the well‑being of individuals, families, and the community. To meet that goal, the department has fostered strong relationships with other public and private sector partners, including other government agencies, community‑based organizations, and business leaders. For more information regarding HSD’s services, please visit

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing your contributions work to better our shared community. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits
* including:

• Hybrid Telework – A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department…