Eligibility Worker Call Center

Buffalo Bridges Human Service Zone is hiring an Eligibility Worker in Jamestown, North Dakota

This Eligibility Worker position functions as part of the Economic Assistance Unit's statewide call center and customer support team representing the first point of contact for citizens providing an immediate response to questions and concerns.

The Economic Assistance Unit provides for the assessment and eligibility determination of applicants for a variety of programs by interpreting and applying complex state, federal, and county policies. This position requires knowledge of community resources and Economic Assistance programs including Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, Health Care Coverage, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Low-Income Energy Assistance, Child Care Assistance, Healthy Steps and General Assistance.

This position will:

• Provide exceptional customer service and support as a primary resource for clients and community partners statewide regarding various Economic Assistance programs.
• Assess client needs; Provide information and referrals for agency or community resources to assist clients and other individuals.
• Interpret state and federal program policies; Maintain working knowledge of laws, rules, policies, procedures, and other regulations.
• Determine eligibility and authorize various state and federal program benefits; Conduct interviews and analyze verifications and other information received.
• Review eligibility results to ensure accurate and effective application of policies and procedures.
• Investigate and establish claims and restoration of benefits as necessary; Perform necessary actions relating to case reviews, fraud, and appeals.
• Develop and prioritize work practices to meet deadlines for all programs.

Note: The duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive. Duties assigned to any individual employee are at the discretion of the appointing authority and may be subject to change as determined necessary to be in the best interest of the department.

Eligibility Worker:

Requires the minimum qualifications listed below for the Eligibility Worker Technician level, plus one year of work experience involving duties directly related to determining eligibility for human services economic assistance programs such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Foster Care, Medicaid, Low Income Home Energy Program, or completion of the eligibility worker two-year associate degree program.

Eligibility Worker Technician:

If unable to fill as an Eligibility Worker, we will consider filling as an Eligibility Worker Technician which requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one of the following:

• Completion of the eligibility worker one-year certificate program
• Completion of 90 semester hours or 135 quarter hours of a bachelor's degree program
• Three years of work experience involving processing of claims, loans, financial eligibility benefits, credit reviews, abstracts, taxes, housing assistance, or work experience in the clerical, accounting, bookkeeping, legal, financial, business, teaching, investments, financial planning, or computer/data processing fields
• Three years of any combination of education and experience listed above

Salary will be adjusted if the position is filled with an Eligibility Worker Technician.

Additional Requirements:

Candidates must successfully complete Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) criminal history record check and fingerprinting.

Computer literacy and regular attendance is required. A high level of verbal and written communication skills is also required.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience determining eligibility for human service economic assistance program

Working for Buffalo Bridges Human Service Zone:

Buffalo Bridges Human Service Zone partners with the Department of Health and Human Services and Buffalo Bridges County to deliver public assistance and program protocols and provides employees with the excellent benefits and employment packages offered by Stutsman County as a Stutsman County employee.

Buffalo Bridges Human Service Zone team members are offered robust medical, dental and life insurance coverage, as well as an excellent retirement package.

Employees enjoy ten paid holidays, as well as earning both annual leave and sick leave days.

About Team ND

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Application Procedures

Your resume must clearly show the months and years of employment for each position listed. This information is required to accurately calculate your qualifying experience and determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Resumes that do not include sufficient employment date may not be able to be fully evaluated.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.

This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information HHS ND Careers E-Verify

A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.

For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Mandi Freije by email: mmfreije@nd.gov or phone: (701) 952-6822.

Employing Unit ND HHS - Buffalo Bridges Human Service Zone

TTY Number ND Relay Service 1 (800) 366-6888 (text) or 1 (800) 366-6889 (voice)

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-3290.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.