Public Benefit Eligibility Specialist

County of Ventura; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation

Educational Incentive

Bilingual Incentive

Merit Increases

Flexible Workweek

Vacation Accrual

Health Plans

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

County of Ventura is seeking an HS Client Benefit Specialist to determine eligibility for multiple public assistance programs. You will interview customers, collect financial and demographic information, and process applications to establish eligibility under applicable regulations.

The ideal candidate will have public service experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload with competing deadlines.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have public service experience with interviewing customers to obtain demographics and financial information.
• Candidate should demonstrate strong computer skills and ability to navigate complex systems.
• Ability to manage a large volume of work with competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility for multiple public assistance programs under local/state/federal requirements.
• Interview customers and collect financial, employment, and demographic data to establish program eligibility.
• Process applications and coordinate with departments to ensure accurate, timely determinations.

Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Business/Technical Expertise

Communication

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Customer Service

Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging

Information Gathering

Mathematical Reasoning

Professional Integrity & Ethics

Reading Comprehension

Relationship Building

Results Focus

Self-Management

Technology Utilization

Job description

County of Ventura is seeking an HS Client Benefit Specialist to determine eligibility for multiple public assistance programs. You will interview customers, collect financial and demographic information, and process applications to establish eligibility under applicable regulations.

The ideal candidate will have public service experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload with competing deadlines.