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DEPUTY REGISTER OF WILLS

Recruitment #14-999999-865

Introduction

BYRON E. MACFARLANE

REGISTER OF WILLS FOR HOWARD COUNTY

 OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES
This is a Special Appointment position. The incumbent will serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

GRADE

11-13

LOCATION OF POSITION

Register of Wills for Howard County

8360 Court Avenue

Ellicott City, Maryland 21043

POSITION DUTIES

A Deputy Register of Wills is a progressive level of advanced procedural and administrative work that supports the operations of the office and is subject to statutory requirements. Employees in this classification must exercise independent judgment in a variety of circumstances such as: interpretation and application of the statute; adaptation of policies; and procedures and guidelines established by the Register. 

Employees in this classification work under the direction of a Senior Deputy, Assistant Chief Deputy, Chief Deputy and the Register of Wills. 

Examples of work include, but are not limited to, the following:

·        Interviews persons interested in a decedent’s estate;

·        Reviews forms for accuracy;

·        Prepares and completes forms for the public/attorneys;

·        Appoints personal representatives;

·        Probates wills under administrative and judicial probate;

·        Communicates relevant information to the Orphans’ Court regarding judicial probate;

·        Attends/clerks Court hearings;

·        Communicates statutory requirements/procedures to the public;

·        Receives and indexes wills of living persons for safekeeping;

·        Establishes initial docket for new proceedings; and

·        Processes guardianships of minors.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education: Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.

Experience: One year of experience in administrative or professional work in a legal, courthouse, or government office setting.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·        Commitment to serve with the highest level of professionalism

·        Commitment to a strong work ethic

·        Knowledge of laws governing estates of deceased persons and guardianships of minors

·        Knowledge of inheritance tax laws, court decisions and Opinions of the Attorney General

·        Knowledge of office procedures, rules and regulations

·        Knowledge of courthouse procedures, policies and legal factors pertaining to the assignments

·        Knowledge of Orphans’ Court procedures and jurisdiction

·        Knowledge of the organization, operation, functions and scope of the authority of the area assigned

·        Knowledge of probate and other legal terminology to identify and process forms/documents

·        Knowledge of business English and basic arithmetic

·        Skill to operate office equipment and perform basic office procedures

·        Skill in updating and maintaining files, logs and other records

·        Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

·        Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with the public, judges, attorneys, other government      

        officials, co-workers, the Register of Wills and others

·        Ability to take initiative and demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

·        Ability to work efficiently with considerable time constraints

·        Ability to work with and be sensitive to persons who are distressed

·        Proficient proofreading  skills

·        Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

EXAMINATION PROCESS

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY.  It is essential that you submit complete and accurate information on your application in order to determine if you meet the qualifications as specified above. All information concerning your qualifications must be received by the closing date. Qualifying applicants are subject to an oral interview.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Submit a cover letter, resume, and references to the appointing authority at the address below: Register of Wills for Howard County:

ATTN: Kay K. Turner

8360 Court Avenue

Ellicott City, Maryland 21043 

If you prefer to submit these materials electronically, e-mail them in .PDF format to kturner@registers.maryland.gov with the subject line Deputy Register of Wills."




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