Deputy Public Guardian I

One current vacancy with the Health and Human Services Agency in Visalia. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and future vacancies. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

This position is responsible to assist the Public Guardian/Conservator in conducting guardianship and conservatorship referral investigations and providing related services, and to assist in the management and protection of estate properties.

Typical Duties

Makes investigations to assist the court in the determination of the need for conservatorship; a nalyze conservatorship problems, and make appropriate, related contact with other agencies, families, and conservatees; i nterview and counsel family members; e valuate information and recommend appropriate action; i nterpret problems and courses of action to conservatee and family members; a rrange for and follow up on arrangements for the care of the conservatee and/or property; l ocate, inventory and evaluate property of conservatees; r emove and transport personal property for safekeeping and storage; a ssist with conservatee case management and ensure that conservatees have food, adequate housing and clothing; a rrange medical care and service for conservatees; c oordinate with HHSA Mental Health to manage placement and mental health needs of conservatees; m ake periodic and special reports as requested. Prepare a variety of reports and correspondence; m ay compose correspondence and other material requiring discrimination and judgment in the selection of data or interpretation of laws, rules and policies; p rovide authoritative information to conservatees, representatives of other departments or agencies, and the general public; m ay make decisions regarding conservatees in absence of the Deputy Public Guardia

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education :
Completion of two (2) years of college or a university in public or business administration, or a closely related field.

Knowledge of:
Techniques of interviewing and information gathering; bookkeeping sufficient to prepare balance sheets for disbursements and receipts; basic legal terminology sufficient to read, understand and interpret legal documents; laws governing conservatorships; available community services to provide assistance to conservatees.

Skill/Ability to:
Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; analyze and apply legal information and requirements; verbal communication sufficient to obtain information from people in varied emotional situations as well as of socioeconomic and educational backgrounds; research and prepare investigative reports and a variety of correspondence using correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling; read and interpret complex legal documents; plan workload and establish priorities; work under pressure to meet deadlines and/or changes in workload; assume responsibility and work independently; maintain effective working relationships with agencies and the public.

License or Certificate :

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS


Skill/Ability to:

Perform investigations in researching and evaluating estates and their assets.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 4

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 7/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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