Posting Date
09/23/26Application Deadline
Open Until FilledPay Range
$57,000 - $87,500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Public FiduciaryAbout the Position
Are you enthusiastic about helping others? Do you want to serve your community and make an impact by supporting vulnerable populations? Consider applying for our Financial Fiduciary position, where you will have the opportunity to make a difference every day in Maricopa County!
As the Financial Fiduciary, you will protect vulnerable adults from financial fraud and use your skills in taxes and accounting for the greater good. You will work closely with the assigned field fiduciaries regarding the finances, assets, and taxes of Wards, Protected Persons, and Estates.
About Us
It's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents.
Join the Maricopa County Public Fiduciary and make a difference in the lives of Maricopa County’s most vulnerable adults! Our dedicated team of professionals provides compassionate guardianship and conservatorship and handles final administration for those vulnerable adults who do not have another person or agency willing to serve. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others and interested in innovative and collaborative efforts to meet this growing population’s needs!
Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
- Fiduciary license in good standing with the Arizona Supreme Court
- Two years of responsible guardianship, conservatorship, decedent estate, or related fiduciary or probate experience
- High School Diploma or GED
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license or have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire
We Also Value
- Post-secondary education with a specialization in Public or Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or another closely related field
- Experience managing caseloads that pertain to meeting the personal or financial needs of clients
- National Certified Guardian with the Center of Guardianship Certification
Job Contributions
- Represent the office at financial institutions, and collects statements and funds, and close accounts when necessary
- Complete tax reviews for all estates annually and as needed throughout the year
- Review, process, and audit a variety of financial documents
- Prepare petitions for compensation for all estates annually and as needed throughout the year
- Act as the subject matter expert on the required supporting documentation for and tracking of any and all assets administered by the department.
- Prepare and file court documents, including, but not limited to, inventories, accountings, notices, and miscellaneous documents specific to individual case estate needs.
- Completes mandatory reports and audits to ensure the department maintains active compliance with laws, rules, codes, orders, and department policies
- Administer guardianships, conservatorships, and decedents' estates or perform other fiduciary duties as needed
- Coordinate, monitor, and oversee the Ward, Protected Person, or Estate affairs
Working Conditions
Interacts with the public and persons of varying degrees of mental stability, and occasionally in hostile situations
Enter residences where biohazardous material, pest, or rodent infestations may be present
Must have the ability to work on-call nights and weekends on a rotating schedule
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.
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Skills Required
- Fiduciary license in good standing with the Arizona Supreme Court
- Two years of responsible guardianship, conservatorship, decedent estate, or related fiduciary or probate experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Arizona driver's license or ability to obtain one by the time of hire
- Post-secondary education specializing in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Experience managing caseloads involving clients' personal or financial needs
- National Certified Guardian certification from the Center of Guardianship Certification
What We Do
Maricopa County is the nation's fourth most populous county, with a government dedicated to improving residents' lives through various public services.
