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Founded in 1945, Lane Council of Governments (LCOG) is one of the oldest councils of governments. Overseen by a Board of Directors, we strive to enhance public services in Lane County and beyond.
This collaborative journey includes partnerships with local governments and special districts in the fields of GIS Planning, Personnel Management, Transportation, and Senior and Disability Services.
Located in the heart of Eugene, we are home to a thriving university, diverse nightlife, and access to ample recreational opportunities, from the sea to the mountains.
LCOG is committed to a work environment that values the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally competent services to all members of our community.
As part of our commitment to diversity, LCOG continues to be an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences.
If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is characterized by frequent customer contact in the office or on the telephone, applying rules and policies, processing a high volume of detailed desk work, and using multiple computer databases to determine eligibility for multiple programs and program recipients.
The Eligibility Specialist determines financial eligibility for all Adult and People with Disability (APD) and Self Sufficiency Program (SSP) programs, including but is not limited to Medicaid, Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), Employment Related Day Care (ERDC), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).
This position processes applications that are new and re-certifies applications by reviewing the applicant's financial and non-financial situations.
This position determines eligibility correctly and in a timely manner by following complex rules and policies including gathering appropriate documentation for the electronic case file and referring applicants with additional needs to appropriate resources.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
Preferred
Professional Competencies
Last updated : 2024-05-23
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$42k-53k (estimate)
05/24/2024
06/01/2024
lcog.org
EUGENE, OR
200 - 500
1945
BRENDA WILSON
$10M - $50M
Social & Legal Services
Lane Council of Governments (LCOG) is a voluntary association of local governments in Lane County, Oregon. The agency is a regional planning, coordination, program-development, and service-delivery organization. LCOG helps area cities, Lane County, educational districts, and special-purpose districts reach their common goals. Since LCOG's creation in 1945, the agency has participated in a wide variety of projects and programs for local governments. Today, LCOG serves 34 members including Lane County, all of the 12 cities within the county, and education, public utilities, and other special dis ...
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