Supervisory Probate Spec

Association of Village Council Presidents • Bethel, AK

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About The Position

The Supervisory Probate Specialist manages the Probate and Estate Services function of the Realty Department under the direction of the Realty Program Manager. The position directly supervises Probate and Estate Services staff, provides administrative guidance, and receives mentoring from the Realty Director to develop capability in technical and management duties. The role manages three to four staff, implements short- and long-range plans, and develops or updates policies and procedures to standardize services and improve processes. It also conducts staff performance evaluations and disciplinary actions and provides a second review of completed probate packages for compliance with Bureau of Indian Affairs policies before submission to the Realty Director for final review.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of specialized experience in Probate and Estate Services.
• High-level Probate and Estate Services work, with consistent knowledge and application.
• Previous performance evaluations rated good to excellent.
• Demonstrated dependable work attendance.
• Ability to gain knowledge of management and program administration of varying complexity and scope.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, and policies related to Federal Indian Probate.
• Strong computer, written communication, oral communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• At least two years of supervisory experience is highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Yup'ik/English.
• At least two years of supervisory experience, with previous evaluations rated good to excellent.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Probate and Estate Services function of the Realty Program, including directing three to four staff.
• Provide administrative guidance to Probate and Estate Services staff.
• Implement short- and long-range plans for the Probate and Estate Services section.
• Conduct staff performance evaluations and disciplinary actions; provide recommendations concerning hiring, termination, advancement, promotion, or other status changes.
• Update existing section policies and create new policies to standardize service procedures and improve systematic processes.
• Review completed probate packages for compliance with BIA policies before submission to the Realty Director for final review.
• Develop capability to perform technical and management duties through mentoring from the Realty Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED