Eligibility Benefits Specialist Supervisor

Solano County, CA
Fairfield, California United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 10, 2024
  • Salary: $77,710.64 - $94,457.77 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Administrative Analysis and Research
  • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Human Resources and Personnel
  • Job Description

    Providing Public Assistance and Employment Services to Solano County

    The Employment and Eligibility Services Division within the Health and Social Services Department assists citizens to become more independent and productive through programs designed to reduce dependency on welfare and promote personal responsibility. Also, it provides eligibility determination and benefit issuance for customers who apply for various public assistance benefits.

    Click here to learn more about the Employment and Eligibility Services Division

    THE POSITION

    Eligibility Benefits Specialist Supervisors plan, organize, direct, and supervise the work of staff engaged in either:
    • Determining the need for public assistance benefits, managing an eligibility caseload and authorizing program benefits in accordance with established policies and procedures, or
    • Performing other eligibility focused duties including overpayment/recovery, foster care or older/disabled client eligibility functions.

    The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

    Experience:

    Broad and diverse experience in multiple public assistance benefits including:

    • Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to an Eligibility Benefits Specialist II (Eligibility Worker II) or Employment Resources Specialist II (Employment and Training Worker II) in a California County Department of Social Services, plus one year of lead or supervisory experience in any field;

    OR

    • One year of experience performing duties equivalent to an Eligibility Benefits Specialist III (Eligibility Worker III) or Employment Resources Specialist III (Employment and Training Worker III) in a California County Department of Social Services. If the III level experience does not include one year of lead or supervisory experience, one year of lead or supervisory experience in any field in other work experience is required.

    Education:

    An Associate’s degree or completion of equivalent credit units from an accredited college or university is required preferably in behavioral science, business administration, humanities, public administration, social science or a related field.

    A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the above fields of study or a related field is preferred.

    A Bachelor’s degree in the above fields of study or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience except for the lead or supervisory experience.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Driver's License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License may be required at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C Driver's License is a cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
    • Assignment Requirements: Some positions in these classes may require work in an out-station location or in a setting with other professionals integrated as a team.
    • Travel: Independent travel may be required.
    • Child Abuse Reporting: Selectees for employment must as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting.

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    SELECTION PROCESS


    9/20/2024 - First application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

    Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

    A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

    All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

    RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
    HOW TO APPLY

    Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application review deadline.

    Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment .

    Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

    Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
    DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

    An Associate's Degree or higher is required for this position . All candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the student, institution, date and degree conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the application review deadline will be disqualified from the recruitment.

    PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

    How to Submit Your Documents

    In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Eligibility Benefits Specialist Supervisor) and the recruitment number (24-445040-02) in your email or fax.
    VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS

    To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE. Applicants who have a service-connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service-connected reasons.

    Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

    We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

    To learn more, view our benefits summary .

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Solano County
    • Solano County

    Solano County – Employer of Choice

    Commitment to Service:  Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play.

    We serve the public in many different ways, including:

    • Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved
    • Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county
    • Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases
    • Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies
    • Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation)
    • Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and,
    • Administering and enforcing Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning

    Our employees: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day-to-day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.

    Culture of Learning and Development: Solano County is committed to investing “In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization.   While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:

    • Tuition Reimbursement Program
    • Annual Education Fair
    • County Mentoring Program
    • Leadership Academy
    • Supervisory Trainings
    • Skill Development Trainings
    • Self-paced learning opportunities

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    Our Community: Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play… The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight yearsthe only California community with that distinction.

    • Live - Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability.
    • Learn – Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.
    • Work – The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the county is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries.
    • Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts and fertile farmland. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe region and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

     

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