Adult Guardianship Case Manager - Non-Merit

Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week. 

A full-time, non-merit vacancy, with full County benefits, exists in the Circuit Court of Baltimore County.   

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. 

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and/or reclassifications.

Note:  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.  Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.  Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.  Unofficial copies are accepted. 

Definition of Responsibility

The Adult Guardianship Case Manager serves under the general direction of the Deputy Court Administrator (Programs) and works collaboratively with Trust Clerks to ensure cases are processed through the Court efficiently pursuant to the standards established by the Guardianship Differentiated
Case Management Plan. The Guardianship Case Manager assists attorneys and unrepresented parties to navigate the judicial processes involved in a guardianship proceeding. Additionally, the position supervises the Guardianship Case Navigator and provides support to the management of guardianship
programs and the development of new initiatives. The position has general oversight by the Lead Guardianship Judge.

Essential Job Duties 

• Reviews filings to guardianship cases, making recommendations to the judge(s) as appropriate. 
• Drafts letters, orders, notices, and related material as directed. 
• Contacts parties to schedule hearings in matters that fall outside of Central Assignment’s scheduling responsibilities. 
• Maintains the court’s roster of attorneys eligible to serve in guardianship cases.  Supports prospective and appointed guardians to navigate the judicial system by providing appropriate 
• Court forms, referrals for support services, and ensuring compliance with orientation and training programs as required by statute.  
• Acts as intermediary in contacts and communications with community stakeholders.
• Co-Hosts Zoom for Government remote hearings for Judges on the Guardianship Bench.

Examples of Other Duties 

• Performs other assigned duties or tasks as required.

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Plus 

Five years relevant professional experience in a court or legal setting.

Preferred Qualifications
Prior work in or understanding of guardianship policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and case information.
• Exercise good judgement, tact, and diplomacy in professional interactions with Court personnel and the public. 
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative setting. 
• Knowledge of legal terminology, forms, methods, and procedures; preference given to candidates with knowledge of guardianship procedures and policies. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft systems

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.  Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN:   Assistant Family Case Manager - Non-Merit
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You MUST attach your resume, transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. This position is a non-merit unclassified position with the Circuit Court for Baltimore County and subject to the personnel policies and procedures of the Court. This position is part of the Court’s Family Division,which is grant funded by a grant from the Maryland Administrative Office of the Courts.

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary but may include occasional walking, standing, lifting of boxes, or other limited physical activities.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.