Deputy Probate Estate Manager I

Under direct supervision receives training and performs entry level work related to securing inventorying preserving and overseeing the proper disposal of property and assets of deceased persons in those instances provided by law; conducts heir research; and performs related work as required.

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in the Washoe County Public Administrators Office. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

This position is in a flexibly staffed class series. The hiring department has the discretion to hire at any level within the class series for which the applicant may be qualified. Applicants interested in being considered for each level within the series must submit an application for each position.

Area of Assignment:The Deputy Probate Estate Manager I/II works collaboratively in a team environment to research and identify the next of kin estate assets manage secure and prepare to liquidate estate assets including vehicles personal property items and homes. Investigation of estates include: online research onsite searches and interviewing family and acquaintances of the deceased.

For more information on this position please see the Job Specification at Qualifications

A bachelors degree in criminal justice social work sociology archaeology forensic science or a closely related field OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

License Or Certificate
A valid drivers license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be a multitasker who can prioritize to improve efficiency and regularly evaluate the status of their caseload.
• Be a team player who can be flexible and supportive to the mission of the organization.
• Possess strong critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage conflict while remaining calm and focused.
• Demonstrate the ability to take ownership of problems to find solutions; share resources information and knowledge; and will encourage commitment to the Countys mission and organizational goals.
• Be collaborative hard-working and detail oriented while still being able to see the big picture.

The Washoe County Employees Association (WCEA) Non-Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Deputy Probate Estate Manager Iposition.

Background checks will be conducted on selected applicants through the State of Nevada and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Per the Washoe County Background and Reference Checks Policy new and rehired employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation. Effective January 1 2025 the $39.00 fee associated with this background investigation will be paid by the employee (if applicable) and deducted automatically from the first paycheck. Employment is contingent upon the results of the background check although a record of conviction will not necessarily bar an applicant from employment.

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.

Washoe County hires all new employees at the minimum rate of the salary range and eligible employees may receive an annual merit increase of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification. Upon promotion current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation whichever is greater.

1. After your application is screened you will be notified via the email you provided whether you have met the minimum requirements for the position. Those applicants who do not meet the qualifications have one (1) business day to file an appeal and request a review of their qualifications.

2. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will receive an email invitation to take the Professional Level online exam administered remotely; notices will be delivered within 1 week from the closing of the recruitment.

This exam link will tentatively be delivered via email the week of December 15 2025 and qualified candidates will have a time limit to complete the exam within 4 calendar days. **You will be notified if you are eligible to transfer an exam score within 1 week following the closing date of the recruitment.

The exam will evaluate your expertise knowledge skills and abilities in the following areas:

• Reading Comprehension
• Written Communication
• Analytical Ability
• Business Math
• Interpersonal and Customer Service Skills

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