ELIGIBILITY TECHNICIAN

ELIGIBILITY TECHNICIAN

Salary

$50,648.00 - $55,723.20 Annually

Location

Health and Human Services, CA

Job Type

Permanent - Full Time

Job Number

033

Department

Health & Human Services

Division

Public Assistance

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

11/12/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

YCEA - 3

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

Spanish bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply!

The County of Yuba is currently accepting applications for full-time and extra-help vacancies.

The ideal candidate:

• Demonstrates strong interviewing and active listening skills to accurately assess client needs
• Maintains organization and accuracy while managing multiple cases and deadlines
• Interprets and applies complex program policies and regulations to determine eligibility
• Utilizes automated systems effectively to process casework and authorize benefits
• Communicates information clearly, professionally, and with exceptional customer service
• Identifies client needs and provides appropriate referrals to health, human, or employment services
• Advocates for clients by assisting with documentation, gathering supporting materials, and following up on claims
• Exhibits professionalism, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to service delivery
• SELECTION PROCESS / TESTING INFORMATION*

The selection process for this recruitment is tentatively scheduled for the following dates and times:

Monday, November 16, 2026: 2:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, November 17, 2026: 9:00 a.m. OR 2:00 p.m.

• Wednesday, November 18, 2026: 9:00 a.m. OR 2:00 p.m.

Following the recruitment closing date of November 12, 2026, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will receive additional information regarding the selection process. Qualified applicants should be prepared to RSVP for an available testing session upon receiving an invitation from Yuba County.

Examples of Duties

Click HERE for the Class Specification

Qualifications

Qualifications

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed below. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, the county reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures:

Education and Experience:

MINIMUM: Graduation from high school and two (2) years of responsible office support experience which has involved extensive public contact, interviewing and decision making within procedural guidelines. Relevant education with coursework in a field related to human services may be substituted for the two years of experience as defined on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED: In addition to the minimum, additional experience determining eligibility for loans, financial assistance, or publicly or privately funded health, counseling or social services.

Licenses and Certification:

• The ability to obtain a valid California Class C drivers license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.
• When assigned to Veterans' Services, obtain certification from the State of California Department of Veterans Affairs to present claims to the United States Department of Veteran Affairs pursuant to Title 38, Code of Federal regulations (CFR) 14.629 within one year of assignment and maintain annually thereafter.
• Typing Certificate: Minimum Net of 35 wpm. Typing Certificate must indicate results from a five (5) minute test with at least the minimum net wpm required.

Special Requirements:

• Will be required to work a flexible schedule to include evening and weekend hours, depending on assignment.
• Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire.
• DMV printout prior to hire.
• Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuanttoGovernmentCode3100-3109.

This position is represented by the Yuba County Employees Association (YCEA).

For a comprehensive listing of benefits associated with this position please click here.

01

What type of employment opportunity are you interested in:

• Full Time Only
• Extra Help Only
• Both Full Time and Extra Help

02

I understand that this position requires a typing speed of 35 WPM.

• Yes
• No

03

I further acknowledge and understand that at any time during my probationary period, I may be required to furnish proof of this typing speed in the form of a 5 minute typing test certifying that I can meet this requirement.

• Yes
• No

04

Are you fluent in both Spanish and English?

• Yes
• No

05

APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH THEIR APPLICATION BY THE FINAL FILING DEADLINE:

• ANY DIPLOMAS AND UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AS PROOF OF EDUCATION
• COPIES OF RELATED CERTIFICATIONS

WHILE YOU MAY INCLUDE SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS SUCH AS A RESUME, CV, CERTIFICATIONS, OR LICENSES RELEVANT TO THE POSITION, PORTFOLIO, REFERENCES, TRAINING DOCUMENTS, OR COVER LETTER, THESE DOCUMENTS DO NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR COMPLETING THE COUNTYS OFFICIAL APPLICATION. PROOF OF EDUCATION MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION

• I acknowledge that I have read and understand the applicant document requirements for this recruitment. I understand that all required documents must be attached to my application by the filing deadline and that supplemental materials do not replace the requirement to complete the County's official application in full, including listing relevant experience and providing proof of education.
• I acknowledge that I have read the applicant document requirements for this recruitment but do not fully understand them. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact the Yuba County Human Resources Department to have my questions answered, and that by selecting this option, there is a possibility of my application being removed from further processing.

06

Click HERE to review Frequently Asked Questions about the Recruitment Process. RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES: The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to: • Supplemental Questionnaire • Phone Screening • One-Way Video Interview • Performance Exam • In-Box Exercise • Qualifications Appraisal Panel • Written Exam • Speed Interview • Appraisal Panel • Personal History Statement (Pre-Review) • Department Interviews

• I acknowledge that I have read and understand the applicant recruitment details, including the steps of the recruitment and selection process for this competitive recruitment.
• I acknowledge that I have read the applicant document requirements for this recruitment but do not fully understand them. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact the Yuba County Human Resources Department to have my questions answered, and that by selecting this option, there is a possibility of my application being removed from further processing.

Required Question

Employer Yuba County

Address 915 8th Street

Suite 129

Marysville, California, 95901

Phone 5307497860

Website https://www.yuba.gov/