What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Public Administrator position at St. Louis County?
The St. Louis County Public Administrator’s Office seeks a qualified Deputy Public Administrator. This position would be responsible for the daily tasks related to serving as Court-appointed Guardian and/or Conservator for incapacitated and/or disabled individuals under the supervision of the Public Administrator and his Chief Deputy.
The starting salary is $48,048.00 annually depending upon the candidates qualifications as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visithttps://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
Visit Wards at their placement and ensure that placement is the least restrictive environment to appropriately meet their needs and level of care.
Provide consent for placement or treatment by phone, email, and fax.
Perform investigative work related to potential assets of the Protectees’ estates, including but not limited to securing real and personal property.
Complete necessary applications and forms on behalf of the Wards and Protectees and ensure all bills are appropriately paid with authorization from the Probate Court.
Maintain contact with Wards, Protectees, and their service providers by timely responding to emails, telephone calls, faxes, and all other correspondence.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
Salary : $48,048 - $72,093