Job Description

Posting Date

10/01/26

Application Deadline

10/11/26

Pay Range

$21.75 - $36.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Public Fiduciary

About the Position

The Fiduciary Case Aide plays a vital role in supporting the fiduciary operations that safeguard vulnerable adults and individuals under guardianship or conservatorship. This cross-functional position combines administrative and field-based responsibilities and offers a structured pathway toward becoming a licensed fiduciary in Arizona. Working under the direct supervision of a licensed fiduciary, the Fiduciary Case Aide collaborates closely with fiduciaries, clinical teams, attorneys, financial staff, and community partners to ensure that clients receive ethical, effective, and compassionate support.

This role is ideal for a mission-driven individual seeking to begin a career in fiduciary services or public service. The ideal candidate is adaptable and capable of working independently. They must possess strong interpersonal skills, demonstrate sound judgment, and be comfortable working with diverse and at-risk populations. This is a unique opportunity to gain broad experience in fiduciary casework and public service. This position provides mentorship, training, and exposure to fiduciary casework, preparing the successful candidate to qualify for licensure after one to three years of employment, based on education and pursuant to A.C.J.A. §7-202(E).

About Us

It's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents.

Join the Maricopa County Public Fiduciary and make a difference in the lives of Maricopa County’s most vulnerable adults! Our dedicated team of professionals provides compassionate guardianship and conservatorship and handles final administration for those vulnerable adults who do not have another person or agency willing to serve. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others and interested in innovative and collaborative efforts to meet this growing population’s needs!

Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals.

We Require

• Four years of specialized clerical experience, with two years of that experience in a specialized capacity involving extensive public contact, coordination of resources, or with a public sector employer specifically in behavioral health, social services, or a related human services environment
• High School Diploma or GED

Other Requirements

• Applicant must meet the eligibility requirements according to the Arizona Code of Judicial Administration (ACJA § 7-202) and A.R.S. § 14-5651; must register with the Arizona Supreme Court Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) as a trainee and be fingerprinted upon hire
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license or have the ability to obtain one by the time of hire
• Selected candidates must complete and pass a criminal background check

We Also Value

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Behavioral Health Sciences, Psychology, Paralegal Studies, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel
• General familiarity with financial concepts, including budgeting and expense tracking
• Knowledge of behavioral health diagnoses and the behavioral health system in Maricopa County
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy and compassion
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision

Job Contributions

• Provide support relating to client benefits, finances, and services to ensure timely access to healthcare, housing, and daily living support
• Participate in care planning meetings, court hearings, and clinical staffings to advocate for client interests and support fiduciary decision-making
• Prepare reports, inventories, correspondence, and other case documentation detailing client property, assets, and personal needs
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, records, and reports
• Conduct field visits to assess living conditions, verify client safety, and monitor compliance with care plans
• Answer calls, assist clients and families, and connect the public with critical resources
• Collaborate with medical, legal, financial, and social service professionals to support comprehensive care and fiduciary objectives
• Conduct investigative research to identify next of kin, locate missing records, and secure core identity documents
• Uphold ethical standards and client confidentiality in all work
• Participate in training and coursework to prepare for fiduciary licensing

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an indoor office environment serving an extremely fast-paced fiduciary business. Interruptions, time pressures, a high volume of work, handling multiple or complicated tasks, unscheduled and frequently changing tasks, accuracy, decision making, concentration, vigilance, teamwork, working in close proximity to others, and public contact may be constant occurrences.
• Interactions with culturally, socioeconomically, and behaviorally diverse populations, including individuals experiencing instability or crisis
• May be required to lift up to 40 pounds from the floor to the waist and up to 30 pounds from the waist to the shoulder. May be required to carry, push/pull up to 10 pounds a distance of 20 feet
• Telework or remote work is not an option for this position

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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