Asset Management Coordinator

Position Description

Department History Overview Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as The Harris County Child Welfare Board to provide support services for children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.

Vision:

To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.

Asset Management Coordinator Overview:

Under the supervision of the individuals in this position work closely with the Harris County Resources for Adult Services Guardianship Program to research, assess, and evaluate the assets of wards receiving services through the program. This position collaborates with internal and external entities regarding the management of ward assets.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and evaluate assets using multiple resources.
• Identify and secure bank accounts, safe deposit boxes, and all assets related to banking and financial institutions.
• Ensure the ongoing management and stewardship of the ward’s assets.
• Responsible for conducting Initial, Annual, and Final inventories, ensuring accurate recording and reconciliation of all assets within the financial management system, and documenting all related information into EMS for review.
• Ensures all asset-related transactions are in compliance with program policies, estate code guidelines, and court orders.
• Responsible for coordinating the movement and storage of all assets belonging to the ward.
• Manage transaction records and documentation for all assets belonging to wards.
• Provide financial institutions with information about the agency and its role, and communicate any new or updated policies on banking institutions to the program.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, within the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences, a closely related field OR Paralegal Degree

Experience:

• Minimum two (3) years full-time paid work experience in business administration, real estate, social services or a legal setting.
• Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.

Licensure:

• Reliable transportation with a valid Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of county, state, and federal laws, Texas Estates Code, statutes, rules, and standards governing guardianship and asset management guidelines.
• Skill in empathizing, valuing, and dealing successfully with the special capabilities, distinctive cultural histories, and unique needs of people of various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and applying Texas Estates Code and Guardianship Standards.
• Skill in self-discipline, dependability, and ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and prioritize multiple tasks and demands to accomplish outcomes.
• Maintains the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their official responsibilities.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with residential facilities, care providers, family members, benefit carriers, government officials and departments, community partners and resources, and the public.
• Handles sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Communicates detailed and often sensitive information effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintains confidential information.
• Develops and implements processes and procedures to accomplish outcomes.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications. General Information

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-time | Regular
• Monday-Friday 8 am -- 5 pm

Salary:

• Depends on Qualifications
• Based on 26 Pay Periods

Work Location:

• 2525 Murworth Drive, Houston, TX 77054

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Benefits

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com