Senior Deputy Public Guardian

The Job

The Department of Aging and Adult Services/Office of the Public Guardian is recruiting for a Senior Deputy Public Guardian to train, lead and mentor Deputy Public Guardians; manage complex cases which require coordination of multiple factors, and unique and extenuating circumstances; serve as a conservator of conservatee's property and financial assets; and coordinate legal or social services on behalf of conservatee; and serve as a Court Officer, which requires attending court hearings on behalf of conservatees. Incumbent will also be responsible for duties and tasks related to both LPS and Probate conservatorships.

For more information regarding job duties, refer to the Senior Deputy Public Guardian job description.

The Department of Aging and Adult Services/Office of the Public Guardian is hosting a virtual Q&A session for prospective applicants for the position of Deputy Public Guardian and Deputy Public Guardian Trainee. Join us at this event scheduled for 12:00-1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, 2024 by clicking here (Meeting Password: PublicGuardian ). Don't miss your chance to learn about the current open positions with San Bernardino County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Investigation: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing.

Working Conditions: Incumbents in this class will occasionally work in odorous, pest-infested areas. They may also be required to lift and carry conservatee's personal belongings, which may weigh up to sixty (60) pounds.

Travel: Travel throughout the State is required. Occasional out-of-state travel is required and applicants must be able to travel by airplane. Incumbents may be required to make provision for transportation and to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation.

Work Schedule: Work schedule may require availability for after hour referrals, night duty, and weekend shifts.

CA Certification Training: Incumbents must possess and maintain a valid certification as a Public Guardian as established by the California Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardians, and Public Conservators (CAPAPGPC). Certification must be obtained within four (4) years of hire per Section 2923 of the California Probate Code or the incumbent may be terminated.

Work Location: Incumbents will be assigned to work at the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) located at 686 E. Mill St. San Bernardino, CA 92415-0647. Office location may change due to space and department operational needs. New office may be located in the East (San Bernardino/Colton) or West (Fontana/Rancho) Valley of San Bernardino County.
Sponsorship : San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Education:
A Bachelor's Degree in Business/Public Administration, Behavioral/Social Science, or a closely related field.

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Experience:
One (1) year of full-time experience equivalent to a Deputy Public Guardian with the County of San Bernardino. Equivalent experience includes the arrangement for custodial care and administration of estates of gravely disabled or other incompetent persons appointed to the Public Guardian by the court. Note: Experience as a Deputy Public Guardian Trainee is not considered qualifying.

Substitution: Four (4) additional years of full-time experience as described above may substitute for the education requirement.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have experience collaborating with law enforcement agencies, psychiatric and acute care hospital settings, and the legal/court system. Certification as a Public Guardian as established by CAPAGPC is desirable.

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. Resumes may accompany the application as supplemental information only, but are typically not considered or reviewed unless specifically requested on the job announcement. Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Technical & Inspection Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits,* please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 7/12/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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