Benefit Program Specialist I (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Specialist) 0786

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is hiring a Benefit Program Specialist I (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Specialist) in Rankin County, MS. This full-time role offers an annual salary of $31,396 and will require coordinating eligibility for SNAP and TANF programs.

Openings posted 09/18/2026 with a deadline of 9/23/2026. Contact [e-mail] for inquiries and further details about the DHS Economic Assistance division in Jackson.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience OR an associate degree and 2-3 years of experience.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

0-2 years experience

Associate degree

2-3 years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Job description

Benefit Program Specialist I (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Specialist) 0786 in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$31,396.00 Annually

Location

61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9777-0651-20260917Rn

0651 - DHS-ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE/TANF

Opening Date

09/18/2026

9/23/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$31,396.00

$31,396.00

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 RANKIN. If you have any questions, you may contact us at [e-mail].

What you'll need to be Successful

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience OR an associate degree and 2-3 years of experience.

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