Investigator

ES2 Estates Officer 2

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Finance

Public Guardian and Trustee, Consumer Protection

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 36891

Salary(s):   ES2 $48,966.00 - $58,498.00 per year

Closing Date:   December 17, 2020

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career, this is a great opportunity to join our team.  The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees.   

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must produce and maintain a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• A valid driver's licence with daily access to a vehicle to transport clients' belongings
• Ability to travel within the service area (travel may include vehicle (paved and unpaved roads), aircraft and boat; travel may also include overnight stays in rural and remote locations
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs (23 kg) and work in adverse environmental conditions
• Ability to achieve and maintain Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL)

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience working in a professional setting with people who have a mental illness, dementia or vulnerable people living with a mental disability as well as their families and service providers.
• Experience conducting interviews and investigations to locate financial resources, documents and property.
• Experience conducting physical searches of property or residences, including preparing detailed inventories of goods and belongings.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders such as other government departments, community police services, a variety of professionals and the general public.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work productively as a member of a team
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent written communication skills including (but not limited to) report writing, letters and memos.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to effectively manage a high volume of work.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook or equivalent programs.
• Ability to work in hoarding environments, which may include rodent and insect infestations. 

Desired:

• Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
• Experience interpreting and applying policies and/or legislation, such as The Public Guardian and Trustee Act (Manitoba) and other relevant policies or legislation.
• Experience with the safe-handling, transportation and storage of firearms.

Duties:

• Responsible for the field work necessary to administer deceased estates and client’s affairs
• Conduct searches
• Prepare detailed inventories
• Take possession and control of movable items from a client’s premises
• Obtain appraisals for personal property and arrange for their sale or disposal
• Conduct interviews with clients' families and related contacts
• Procure external agencies/ contractors for property maintenance, repairs, chattel movement, cleaning, shopping, etc.
• Liaises with stakeholders and service providers, banks, trust companies and businesses

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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