Disability Claims Examiner I

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $23.15 - $23.15 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Makenna Powell | makennapowell@utah.gov | 801-526-4353 Application Deadline – 10/7/2026

Key Responsibilities

The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is seeking four (4) motivated and highly skilled Disability Claims Examiner I's to join the Disability Determination Services (DDS) team in our Salt Lake City, UT office.

Posting will be used to fill equivalent positions for 6 months.

Remote work will be considered after a 1 year probationary period and if all performance standards are met.

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Principal Duties

The Claims Examiner I Performs The Following Tasks

• Adjudicates a variety of medical disability claims for the Social Security Administration in compliance with federal laws.
• Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations.
• Assesses client/patient needs and develops and implements plans to meet those needs.
• Schedules and/or coordinates appointments, meetings, facilities or other activities; gathers materials and follows up as needed.
• Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
• Makes authorized adjustments and corrections to previously processed claims.
• Identifies and develops sources of evidence from claim folder application, the applicant, government sources, medical sources, district offices, private institutions or employers, deciding the most effective way to procure such information.
• Reviews cases, applications, files and records to determine action to be taken.
• Decides the need for additional data or information.
• Authorizes the means necessary to obtain the required information.
  
  

Qualifications

The model applicant for this position is someone who:

• Has a Bachelor's Degree.
• Has at least one year of experience providing excellent customer service.
• Has current or prior experience working as a Disability Examiner for DDS.
  
  

Preference

Preference Points Will Be Given For The Following

• Current or previous work experience with Disability Determination Services (DDS).
  
  

About The Role

Location –

210 W. Harris Ave

Salt Lake City, Utah, 84115

United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
  
  

The Agency The mission of Workforce Services is we strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, click here .

EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.