Supervising Deputy Public Administrator/Guardian/Conservator

The Human Services Department seeks an experienced professional to become their next Supervising Deputy Public Administrator/Guardian/Conservator!

The Public Administrator/Guardian/Conservator (PA/PG/PC) program with the County of Sonoma investigates, and may administer, the estates of deceased individuals who either had no wills or were without appropriate people willing or able to act as administrators. The PA/PG/PC program also conducts official County investigations into conservatorship matters and acts as the legally appointed conservator for persons found by the courts to be unable to properly care for themselves or their finances.

The Supervising Deputy PA/PG/PC performs highly responsible and specialized activities in the PA/PG/PC program, including overseeing Officer of the Day assignments, scheduling coverage, ensuring daily operations run smoothly, and evaluating program service delivery effectiveness to identify efficiency opportunities and develop policy and procedural recommendations. Additional responsibilities include:

• Supervising staff investigations, setting deadlines, and answering questions
• Assisting Deputy PA/PG/PC staff in all aspects of their caseload, including developing case management plans, and providing daily feedback, support, and direction
• Scheduling, planning, and leading various team meetings
• Conducting one-on-one staff meetings, documenting performance, coaching team members, and providing achievable goals
• Reviewing the work of Deputy PA/PG/PCs for accuracy and conformance to program policies
• Investigating, coordinating, and managing services in difficult or complex cases
• Assisting with property searches, which requires the use of specialized safety equipment such as Tyvek suits and hood respirators
• Completing field work, attending court hearings, and searching for properties to safeguard assets

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing your contributions work to better our shared community. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
• Additional Benefits - Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
• Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

*Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 12/10/25