Job Description

Posting number: 16959

Department: Harris County Resources for Children and Adults

Job classification: Coordinator

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Accounting and Finance, Planning and Development, Organizational Development, Business, Communications, Office and Administrative Support, Program Management

Department History Overview

Harris County Resources for Children and Adults was founded in 1966 as The Harris County Child Welfare Board to provide support services for children taken under the wing of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. Fifty years later, Harris County Resources for Children and Adults still provides this support. But the now-county department has expanded services for early prevention, intervention, and adult services.

Vision:

To better the lives of children and adults in Harris County.

Asset Management Coordinator Overview:

Under the supervision of the Asset Control and Accountability Manager, works closely with the Harris County Resources for Adult Services Division – Guardianship Program to research, assess, and evaluate the assets of wards receiving services through the Guardianship Program. Collaborates with internal and external entities regarding the management of the ward’s assets.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manages and coordinates the sale of real property for all wards, including monthly property checks until the property is sold.

• Coordinates and obtains appraisal of real property with a value of over $50,000 and personal property (as needed) once a ward has entered the Guardianship Program.

• Manages the sale of personal property, including contents of real property, jewelry, automobiles, and other items not considered real property.

• Conducts a title search for all referrals for Proposed Wards that come to the Harris County Resources for Children and Adults Guardianship program to determine if they have any ownership in real property.

• Prepares Affidavits of Heirship when needed by a Title Company to issue a clear title on the sale of a ward’s property.

• Manages transaction records and documentation related to all assets belonging to wards and provides asset management reports to management.

• Assists with updates and development of processes and procedures related to Asset Management.

• Provides Asset Management training to Guardianship staff.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Examples of duties

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Social Sciences, Paralegal Studies, or a closely related field

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) years full-time paid work experience in business administration, real estate, social services or a legal setting.

• Training and experience using a personal computer with a variety of software, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.

Licensure:

• Reliable transportation with a valid Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of county, state, and federal laws, Texas Estates Code, statutes, rules, and standards governing guardianship and asset management guidelines.

• Skill in empathizing, valuing, and dealing successfully with the special capabilities, distinctive cultural histories, and unique needs of people of various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

• Skill in analyzing, interpreting, and applying Texas Estates Code and Guardianship Standards.

• Skill in self-discipline, dependability, and ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and prioritize multiple tasks and demands to accomplish outcomes.

• Maintains the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their official responsibilities.

• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with residential facilities, care providers, family members, benefit carriers, government officials and departments, community partners and resources, and the general public.

• Handles sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.

• Communicates detailed and often sensitive information effectively orally and in writing.

• Maintains confidential information.

• Develops and implements processes and procedures to accomplish outcomes.

NOTE Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Supplemental information

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-time | Regular

• Monday-Friday 8 am -- 5 pm

Salary:

• Depends on Qualifications

• Based on 26 Pay Periods

Work Location:

• 2525 Murworth Drive, Houston, TX 77054

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.