Guardian Administrator (At-Will)

DESCRIPTION

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Are you ready to trade the daily grind for work that builds a better community? Pinal County is on the move, and we need forward-thinking individuals ready to serve our residents with pride. We believe rewarding work should support a rewarding life. That’s why we offer one of the most resilient total rewards packages around: excellent retirement options, rare perks like paid five-year sabbaticals, and quality healthcare that keeps your out-of-pocket costs low. In the long run, Pinal County gives you the peace of mind to focus on what you do best. Take a look to see if this is your next step, and browse our careers to discover all the ways you can grow with us!

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
• 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
• Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
• Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
• Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
• Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Quarterly Wellness Challenges
• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
• Vaccination Clinics
• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

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JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of Guardian Administrator Supervisor, performs work in professional case management. Manages the personal and financial affairs of persons placed under guardianship, conservatorship, or probate estates by the Court for wards of the Pinal County Public Fiduciary. The Guardian Administrator will manage a caseload that may be complex, sensitive, and varied in nature. The Guardian Administrator shall adhere to the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration, Arizona Laws, Rules, and Administrative Orders governing Arizona fiduciaries.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

• Licensed Fiduciary serving as guardian/conservator or managing estates for wards.
• Managing a caseload of individuals who are disabled, elderly, suffering from mental health issues and/or are vulnerable.
• Conducting client assessments for social, medical and related services and developing and implementing care of management plans.
• Apply and secure benefits for clients, protect a client's benefits through proper management including the utilization of trusts or other methods and secure and inventory household property.
• Prepare and maintain client budgets, receives and approves bills and fund requests on behalf of clients.
• Communicates with clients, benefit/service providers, financial institutions, residential facilities, medical and legal professionals.
• Reviews medical records and reports and makes decisions regarding appropriate medical treatment, provides consent for medical treatment as well as end of life decisions.
• Perform client visits/participate in client meetings and documents information in an accurate and detailed manner to support client activities for accountability and compensation.
• Write annual Guardianship reports and maintain daily documentations of incoming correspondence.
• Attend Court hearings and testify when needed.
• Maintain certifications by attending training.
• After hours on-call rotation
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of social services, guardianships, or working with individuals with disabilities, mental health issues or the elderly.
• Certified Public Fiduciary License with the Arizona Supreme Court Fiduciary Licensing Program.
• Arizona residents must have an Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Public Fiduciary duties and responsibilities as required by law.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to plan, organizes, and effectively presents ideas and concepts to others.
• Ability to define problems, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. The work also requires the ability to finger, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, walk, operate motor vehicles, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an environment with crisis situations that require making major decisions involving people, resources, and property and does require outdoor work.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

This position is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not a covered position under the Pinal County Merit System Rules. Incumbents in this position serve at the pleasure of their respective Appointing Authority. The employment relationship is "at-will", and employment may be terminated at any time, for any reason, with or without cause.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.

Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description. Benefits Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can Read more details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
• 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
• Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
• Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
• Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.
• Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium cost
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
• Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
• Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
• Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
• Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Quarterly Well Challenges
• Vaccination Clinics Onsite
• Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• VanPool Options
• Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance