Economic Assistance Benefits Specialist
Economic Assistance Benefits Specialist
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Job Description
Job ID: 31237
Agency: Department of Social Services Economic Assistance
Location:Brookings SDSalary: $24.11 Hourly depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: H
Closing: 05.09.25
This is a FullTime 40 Hour Weekly position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the Department of Social Services please visit .
We are currently looking to hire an individual who is excited to serve the public.
This position assesses and analyzes current life circumstances and financial capabilities to provide medical eligibility assistance to low income individuals and their families by interviewing counseling and identifying available resources; obtaining records verifying collateral information and determining eligibility for multiple social service programs; responding to public inquiries regarding social services and benefits; and interpreting rules regulations and policies to ensure appropriate benefits and services are provided in an effective and expedient manner to assist in the individuals basic selfsufficiency.
Licenses and Certifications:
A bachelors degree in social science behavioral science or other human servicerelated fields business administration public administration education or public health and/or experience in health care administration finance accounting or insurance is preferred.
Entry level knowledge and abilities may be acquired through any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the incumbent to possess the required knowledge skills and abilities
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
If you believe in strengthening and supporting strong families and investing in South Dakotas future you may have found the dream job youve been waiting for!
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using EVerify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LIOnsite
Agency: Department of Social Services Economic Assistance
Location:Brookings SDSalary: $24.11 Hourly depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: H
Closing: 05.09.25
This is a FullTime 40 Hour Weekly position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the Department of Social Services please visit .
We are currently looking to hire an individual who is excited to serve the public.
This position assesses and analyzes current life circumstances and financial capabilities to provide medical eligibility assistance to low income individuals and their families by interviewing counseling and identifying available resources; obtaining records verifying collateral information and determining eligibility for multiple social service programs; responding to public inquiries regarding social services and benefits; and interpreting rules regulations and policies to ensure appropriate benefits and services are provided in an effective and expedient manner to assist in the individuals basic selfsufficiency.
Licenses and Certifications:
A bachelors degree in social science behavioral science or other human servicerelated fields business administration public administration education or public health and/or experience in health care administration finance accounting or insurance is preferred.
Entry level knowledge and abilities may be acquired through any combination of training and/or experience that will enable the incumbent to possess the required knowledge skills and abilities
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
- communicate effectively and efficiently;
- successfully plan and organize work activities adjust to multiple demands and prioritize tasks to complete assignments and meet schedules and deadlines;
- demonstrate compassion respect courtesy and tact when interacting with others;
- display confidence and innovation despite adversity;
- establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with stakeholders;
- understand concepts related to client confidentiality;
- have the ability to comprehend interpret and apply policies procedures laws and regulations;
- prepare clear and concise documentation reports and correspondence that reflect relevant facts;
- assume initiative with minimal supervision;
- equally important will be a strong work ethic and the comprehension of critical thinking and problemsolving techniques.
If you believe in strengthening and supporting strong families and investing in South Dakotas future you may have found the dream job youve been waiting for!
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using EVerify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LIOnsite
Required Experience:
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