Estate Conservator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $79,634.16 - $96,795.82 Annually
Location : Multiple Locations, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-343140-01
Department: Health & Social Services Dept
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Solano County's Health and Social Services, Older and Disabled Adult Services (ODAS) is hiring for
Deputy Public Administrator/Public Guardian/Public Conservator
It is the mission of Older and Disabled Adult Services (ODAS) to provide access to services and resources that sustain health and well-being, support independent lifestyles and promote physical safety and emotional security for older and disabled adults and children in Solano County.
ODAS provides social services to Solano County residents who are elderly (age 60 and older), disabled adult (age 18 to 59) and minor with disability (age 0 to 17).
ODAS Programs includes:

• Adult Protective Services (APS)
• The Public Guardian's Office (PG)
• In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
• Public Authority (PA)
• Napa and Solano Area Agency on Aging (AAA)

To learn more about Older and Disabled Adult Services (ODAS), please visit Older and Disabled Adult Services (ODAS)
THE POSITION
As a Solano County Deputy Public Administrator/Public Guardian/Public Conservator, the person in this generalist role supports clients who are conserved under the Lanterman Petris Short (LPS), probate conservatorship and works on settling decedent estates. This position requires social and fiscal case management for conserved clients which includes making decisions on behalf of clients; investigation of new referred clients; and collection, inventory and disposition of estate assets.
Incumbents in this class perform case management, estate management, technical paralegal duties and related duties as assigned involving conservatorship and/or decedent estates placed under the jurisdiction of the Public Administrator/Public Guardian/Public Conservators Office. The incumbent follows general guidelines and procedures, applies provisions of applicable laws in providing client and estate management services fulfilling the role of a Deputy Public Administrator/Public Guardian/Public Conservator.
The ideal candidate will possess the ability to demonstrate care and compassion for clients; appreciate the limitations of clients who are deemed gravely disabled; work as an effective team member to collaborate and advocate on behalf of conserved clients, be attentive to details and provide clear documentation on all case management activities; follow the legal requirements of practice in this role and abide by court orders; and prioritize competing priorities on a daily basis. The ideal candidate's employment history may include case management of older and disabled adults and working on multi-disciplinary teams.
The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County.
Click here for Deputy Public Administrator/ Public Guardian/ Public Conservator Job Description
Position Requirements
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Psychology or related field, AND One year of recent work experience in probate of estates, legal guardianship, conservatorship, estate management, or social work.
OR
An Associate's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Psychology or related field, AND Three years of recent work experience in probate of estates, legal guardianship, conservatorship, estate management, or social work.
OR
A total of thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units from an accredited college with major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Psychology, or other related course work, AND Five years of recent work experience in probate of estates, legal guardianship, conservatorship, estate management, or social work.
Other Requirements:
Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required.
Ability to be bonded
Candidates may be required to pass a background investigation in accordance with applicable law, regulation and/or policy.
SELECTION PROCESS07/31/2026 - 5:00pm Application review deadline to submit application and any required documents.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NeoGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the date indicated above. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application's employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write "see resume," as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.
Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-1113, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Documentation verifying your education is required for this position. All candidates are encouraged to submit a copy of their official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the courses and units completed) or degree (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the application review deadline. However, proof of this education requirement must be submitted prior to appointment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the final filing deadline. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to Be sure to include the recruitment title Deputy Public Administrator/ Public Guardian/ Public Conservator and the recruitment number 26-343140-01 in your email or fax.
Supplemental Information
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS
To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Americans with Disabilities Act
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave
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This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants' qualifications for this position and assess an applicant's ability to advance in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.Please note that the experience in your answers must be reflected in your employment history.

• I acknowledge
• I do not acknowledge

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Which of the following Education/Experience criteria best qualifies you for the position?Criteria 1- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Psychology or a related field, AND One year of recent work experience in probate of estates, legal guardianship, conservatorship, estate management, or social work.Criteria 2- An Associate Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Psychology or a related field, AND Three years of recent work experience in probate of estates, legal guardianship, conservatorship, estate management, or social work.Criteria 3- A total of thirty (30) semester or forty five (45) quarter units from an accredited college with major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Welfare, Psychology or other related course work, AND Five years of recent work experience in probate of estates, legal guardianship, conservatorship, estate management, or social work.

• Criteria 1
• Criteria 2
• Criteria 3
• None of the above

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I understand that a copy of my college degree or transcripts is required to verify that I meet the education requirement of this class specification. I further understand that failure to submit my educational documents by the filing deadline will result in immediate disqualification from this recruitment.

• Yes
• No

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How many years of Case Management experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years

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How many years of experience do you have in Social Work?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years

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How many years of experience do you have working with the California Court System?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years

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How many years of Behavioral Health related experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years

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How many years of experience do you have in Probate Estates?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years

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How many years of experience do you have in Legal Guardianship?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years

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How many years of experience do you have in Conservatorship?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2-4 years
• More than 4 years