Benefit Program Specialist I (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Specialist) 9776

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

Job summary

The State of Mississippi is seeking a Benefit Program Specialist I (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Specialist) for Hinds County. This full-time role offers an annual salary around $31,396 and involves evaluating public assistance eligibility and auditing program processes under the DHS Economic Assistance division.

Ideal candidates will be dependable, organized and capable of clear communication, with education requirements including a bachelor’s or an associate degree and 0–3 years of related

Qualifications

• Dependability, integrity, organization and communication skills are essential.
• Team player with ability to work with diverse groups and precise data entry.
• Punctual and detail oriented for eligibility auditing and case work.

Skills

Dependability

Integrity

Organization

Communication

Team player

Diversity awareness

Date entry

Punctuality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree

Job description

Benefit Program Specialist I (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Specialist) 9776 in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$31,396.00 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9777-0651-20261102Hs

0651 - DHS-ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE/TANF

Opening Date

11/03/2026

11/10/2026 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 HINDS. If you have any questions, you may contact us at [e-mail].

This is a time limited position. 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

Dependability, integrity, great organization skills, excellent communication skills, team player, works well with diverse groups, some date entry skills, punctual

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