Benefit Program Specialist I(Snap Tanf Eligibility Specialist) 4264

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi is seeking a Benefit Program Specialist I (Snap TANF Eligibility Specialist) in Monroe County. The role focuses on evaluating eligibility and auditing benefit programs within the Division of Economic Assistance. The position is full-time with a state salary of about $31,396 annually.

Responsibilities include case management, reporting findings, and ensuring accurate processing of TANF-related benefits. Strong organization and communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with 0-2 years of experience OR an associate degree with 2-3 years.
• Experience with public assistance programs or eligibility processing preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate eligibility and benefit programs across a broad area.
• Audit processes and report findings to stakeholders.
• May lead and review work within a benefit area and assist in policy discussions.

Skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

Public interaction

Deadline oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Job description

Benefit Program Specialist I(Snap Tanf Eligibility Specialist) 4264 in 48 - MONROE COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$31,396.00 Annually

Location

48 - MONROE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9777-0651-20260916mon

0651 - DHS-ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE/TANF

Opening Date

09/17/2026

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

Agency Minimum Salary

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

First-level professional position considered an expert in a broad benefit area (e.g. Public Assistance Programs, Unemployment, veteran’s loan eligibility etc.) that evaluates the effectiveness of benefit and eligibility programs by auditing processes and reporting findings to the stakeholder. Employees may be the lead worker within a benefit area and assign and review the work of others. Employees at this level may assist in establishing public assistance programs in response to legislative mandates and recommend policy or policy revision to governing bodies. At this level, some employees may be responsible for overseeing and determining high value claims, benefits, and/or eligibility (e.g. estate management) through consideration of a wide range of legal, medical, occupational, and other factors to develop cases based upon complicated facts. At this level, employees may advocate in an appeals process. May be required to perform case management work.

What you'll need to be Successful

Organization, self-motivated, ability to multi-task, work well with others, worker well with public, meet deadlines, prompt, e-mail and phone etiquette

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