Benefit Program Associate I (SNAP TANF Eligibility Specialist) (0516)

State of Mississippi; Chestnut Subdivision (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi, Mississippi Department of Human Services, invites applications for Benefit Program Associate I (SNAP TANF Eligibility Specialist) in Monroe County, MS. This first-level vocational position follows set rules to determine eligibility for food stamps, cash, medical assistance, and other programs.

The role requires professional conduct, ability to multi-task, and strong customer service. The agency seeks to empower families toward self-sufficiency and may involve case

Qualifications

• Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency.
• 0-2 years of experience may be acceptable.
• Professional, work well with the public, work well with others, phone etiquette, office equipment knowledge, prompt, able to multi-task, organized.

Skills

Public interaction

Teamwork

Phone etiquette

Office equipment

Multitasking

Organized

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefit Program Associate I (SNAP TANF Eligibility Specialist) (0516) in 48 - MONROE COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$24,000.00 Annually

Location

48 - MONROE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9774-0651-20260916mon

0651 - DHS-ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE/TANF

Opening Date

09/17/2026

9/22/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$24,000.00

$24,000.00

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Economic Assistance and will be located in MONROE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at [e-mail].

First-level vocational position responsible for following set rules and procedures to routinely gather to make eligibility determinations and deliver direct services applicable to one of multiple eligibility areas and programs (e.g. food stamps, cash, medical assistance, workforce services, veteran’s loan eligibility etc.). At this level, employees apply guidelines to calculate benefits and, if determined eligible, issue one-time or ongoing assistance. Employees may also refer applicants to other agencies or other public programs or community resources. At this level, employees perform work under general supervision. May be required to perform case management work.

What you'll need to be Successful

"Professional, work well with the public, work well with others, phone etiquette, office equipment knowledge, prompt, able to multi-task, organized"

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-2 years of experience.

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Employer State of Mississippi

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201