Deputy Public Administrator

St. Louis County, Missouri; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical insurance

PTO 20 days first year

11-12 paid holidays

Parental leave 480 hours

Wellness Plan

Life insurance

Job summary

St. Louis County is seeking a Deputy Public Administrator to support the administration of guardianship cases for individuals who cannot manage their own affairs. You will coordinate with multiple agencies, make critical decisions, and ensure compassionate, accountable service delivery to residents.

The role emphasizes ethical judgment, empathy, and strong time-management in a fast-paced environment and offers a meaningful public service career in Missouri.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree plus two years of related experience.
• Experience in Case Management, Social Services, or Social Work is strongly encouraged.
• Strong empathy, exceptional time management, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of assigned Wards and Protectees.
• Visit Wards at their placement and ensure placement is least restrictive to meet needs.
• Prepare and file Guardian Annual Status Reports with Probate Court.

Skills

Empathy

Time management

Prioritization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description Summary: Are you looking for a meaningful career that allows you to make a direct impact in the lives of vulnerable residents while working in a dynamic, fast paced environment? Do you excel at balancing complex tasks, solving problems on the fly, and supporting individuals during critical moments? Consider joining St. Louis County as a Deputy Public Administrator — a role where no two days are alike and your work truly makes a difference.

Job Description

As a Deputy Public Administrator, you will support the administration of cases for individuals who are unable to manage their own financial, medical, or personal affairs. The role involves critical decision‑making, ethical judgment, and coordination across multiple agencies and service providers. This position supports St. Louis County’s mission of delivering equitable, accessible, and accountable services to residents through compassionate, skilled case management. A standout candidate brings strong empathy, exceptional time‑management, and the ability to prioritize in a fast‑moving environment. Multitaskers who thrive in both independent and team settings, and who are motivated by public service, will excel in this role.

Salary

Salary: $49,254.40

Benefits

• Paid medical insurance
• 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority
• 11-12 paid holidays
• 480 hours of paid parental leave
• a robust Wellness Plan
• paid life insurance
• credit union
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• pre-tax premium pay plan
• dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans
• short and long term disability insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of assigned Wards and Protectees.
• Visit Wards at their placement and ensure that placement is the least restrictive environment to appropriately meet their needs and level of care.
• Prepare and file Guardian Annual Status Reports with the Probate Court.
• Provide consent for placement or treatment by phone, email, and fax.
• Perform investigative work related to potential assets of the Protectees’ estates, including but not limited to securing real and personal property.
• Complete necessary applications and forms on behalf of the Wards and Protectees and ensure all bills are appropriately paid with authorization from the Probate Court.
• Maintain contact with Wards, Protectees, and their service providers by timely responding to emails, telephone calls, faxes, and all other correspondence.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree and two years of related experience. Candidates with Case Management, Social Services, or Social Work experience is strongly encouragned to apply.

Pre-Employment Process Requirements

• Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant education, experience, responses to supplemental questions, and other work‑related information provided on the application.
• Resumes are supplementary and do not replace the required application.
• All candidates will receive notifications regarding application status once determined.
• Status updates are provided via email and can be found within each candidate’s Workday profile.
• Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview.
• Interview scores will determine the applicant's final grade; a minimum score of 70 is required for hiring consideration.
• The five highest‑ranking candidates will be referred to the Department Director/Appointing Authority for final selection.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Candidates extended a conditional offer must successfully complete all required pre‑employment screenings.
• These screenings include a drug test administered at no cost to the candidate by a certified laboratory and a background check evaluating the recency and relevance of the candidate’s history to the position.
• Candidates must complete the drug test within 48 hours of receiving a conditional offer; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the offer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer: St. Louis County is committed to fair and equitable employment opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or political affiliation.

St. Louis County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the application or hiring process should contact the St. Louis County ADA Coordinator at 314-615-1796 or call Relay MO at 711 or 1-800-735-2966 (TTY) or email [e-mail].

Saint Louis County is the most populous county in Missouri, home to over a million people and spans 523 square miles. Saint Louis County maintains a convenient proximity and access to the city of St. Louis while also providing a place where one can explore and carve out their own niche. Saint Louis County is a place where all are welcome to pursue the endless opportunities available to them.