Eligibility Specialist III - Placerville
Salary
$58,344.00 - $70,928.00 Annually
Location
Placerville, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2608-7103PV
Department
Health and Human Services Agency
Division
Social Services
Opening Date
08/05/2026
Closing Date
8/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
The County of El Dorado, Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The Health and Human Services Agency has over 600 employees dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.
SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION
The Health and Human Services Agency's Social Services Division strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of El Dorado County. They help residents meet basic needs and ultimately become self-sufficient by offering the following services: CalFresh, CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, General Assistance, and employment services.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Eligibility Specialist III performs the most complex work requiring an advanced level of technical knowledge in the determination of eligibility for one or more public assistance programs, departmental processes, and caseload/workload administration; performs help desk functions; provides training to a unit of workers determining eligibility for public assistance; serves as a lead worker for less experienced employees; and performs specialized duties or assignments such as fair hearing or welfare collections that require considerable inter program knowledge of eligibility regulations, policies, and procedures.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here.
Ideal Candidate Statement
The ideal candidate is expected to independently perform complex duties beyond the journey-level classification of the class series and demonstrate advanced knowledge of eligibility regulations, procedures, and eligibility software systems. Additional specialized assignments may include performing quality control and/or quality assurance reviews or performing other specialized assignments and related work as required.
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:
Education and Experience:
One (1) year of full-time experience performing duties equivalent to the Countys class of Eligibility Specialist II;
Three (3) years of full-time experience determining eligibility for public assistance programs or collections experience which must have included interviewing and negotiating payments in a public human services agency.
Licenses and Certifications:
Click hereto view the minimum qualification for Eligibility Specialist III, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
The ability to speak and read Spanish in addition to English would be an asset and preferred in this position but is not required. Applicants for English/Spanish bilingual designated positions must take and pass the bilingual proficiency examination administered by the County of El Dorado and, if successful, become eligible for a pay differential of $1.00 per hour. The differential is defined by the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of El Dorado and the Bargaining Unit representing this job classification.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the Apply" link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click Accept".
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources at nicholas.jetton@edcgov.us.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicants ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicants education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.
Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
For more information on the recruitment process, click here.
Based on the departments needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for the Eligibility Specialist III. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time vacancies for at least three (3) months.
We are currently recruiting for the following:
Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions.
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing. A positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.
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The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.
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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Basic Life Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
County sponsored Wellness program
Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future:
CalPERS Retirement
Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance:
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accruals
Personal and bereavement leave
Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.
Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
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Describe your experience planning, organizing, coordinating, training and leading staff. Include in your response which techniques you used to engage and build relationships with those you are providing direction to. Provide where you gained this experience, and the number of years performing this work. If you do not have experience in this area please type N/A.
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Describe your experience reviewing public assistance cases for accuracy and authorizing case actions. What processes have you developed to ensure a thorough case review? Provide where you gained this experience, and the number of years performing this work. If you do not have experience in this area please type N/A.
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Describe your experience explaining complex procedures to clients. In your response, include the methods or techniques you use to communicate complex rules clearly to people of diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds. Provide where you gained this experience, and the number of years performing this work. If you do not have experience in this area please type N/A.
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Describe your experience reviewing regulations, policies, and procedures governing eligibility for diverse public assistance programs, include any experience you have providing direction and training in this area. Provide where you gained this experience, and the number of years performing this work. If you do not have experience in this area please type N/A
Required Question
Employer The County of El Dorado
Address 330 Fair Lane
Placerville, California, 95667
Phone 530-621-5565
| Location | placerville, CA |
| Salary | $58,344–$70,928 Per Year |