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Form of workRecruitment and Retention Bonus: Bonus payments up to $2,000 in total compensation may be available for newly hired employees from this recruitment
Referral Bonus: Employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate to this recruitmentmay be eligible to receive a referral bonus*
*According to criteria established in the Teamsters Unit Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) (see pages 125-126)
The Department of Aging and Adult Services/Office of the Public Guardianis recruiting for Deputy Public Guardians and Deputy Public Guardian Trainees who arrange for custodial care and administer estates of gravely disabled or other incompetent persons appointed to the Public Guardian by the courts. Deputy Public Guardian Trainees work under close supervision while acquiring the necessary skills and experience to qualify for promotion to Deputy Public Guardian. Deputy Public Guardians serve as conservators of conservatee's property and financial assets, and coordinate legal or social services on behalf of conservatees; investigate newly appointed conservatorship cases; interview family members, physicians, psychiatric social workers, lawyers, and others to assess needs of conservatees; consult with physicians, community social services or health care services to arrange for placement of conservatees; personally place conservatees in care facilities; and transport to court hearings when required.
For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Guardian job description.
For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Guardian job description.
For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Guardian Trainee job description.
Deputy Public Guardian
Range 47: $53,643-$73,590 annually
Deputy Public Guardian Trainee
Range 40T: $45,073-$60,507 annually
Promotion: Incumbents in the class of Deputy Public Guardian Trainee are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Guardian ($4,470- $6,132 monthly) upon completing the trainee period and receipt of a satisfactory Work Performance Evaluation. Incumbents must be promoted within twelve (12) months of hire or be terminated.
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, November 16, 2023 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
1) At the time of appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting and credit check. 2) 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. 3) Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees 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 insurance must be produced and maintained by the individual providing transportation. 4) Work schedule may require availability for after hour referrals, night duty, and weekend shifts. 5) Incumbents must complete forty (40) units of CA State Association of Public Administrators, Public Guardian, and Public Conservators training within a four (4) year period.
Deputy Public Guardian Trainee
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Option A: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science, or closely related field of study.
Option B: Possess an Associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in Public/Business Administration, Behavioral/Social Science or closely related field of study -AND- three (3) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Deputy Public Guardian
Applicants must meet one of the following:
Option A: Possess a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Behavioral or Social Science, or closely related field of study -AND- one (1) year of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Option B: Possess an Associate's degree, or equivalent completed college coursework, in Public or Business Administration, Behavioral or Social Science or closely related field of study -AND- four (4) years of experience in a legal, fiscal, or law enforcement setting performing relatively complex duties which are non-routine in nature and require exercising independent decision making.
Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed periodically. 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.
There will be an online assessment of knowledge and skills which may consist of the following areas:
- Analysis and Problem Solving
- Logical Thinking and Reasoning Ability
- Written Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
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.
If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
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.
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.
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