Benefit Program Technician

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Leave and holiday time

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

The State of Missouri Family Support Division is seeking a Benefit Program Technician for the Cole County Child Support Office in Jefferson City. You will assess client needs by phone, in person, and online, guiding them through paternity verification, order establishment, and enforcement or modification of orders.

A six-month training program accompanies a consistent schedule, with emphasis on accuracy, compassion, and high-quality customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 4+ years of customer service OR a bachelor's degree.
• Excellent customer service skills and accurate typing.
• Able to use several computer programs simultaneously.
• State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

• Assess child support needs during phone calls, in-person visits, and online inquiries.
• Assist with verifying paternity and establishing or modifying orders.
• Guide citizens through services to deliver timely and accurate support.
• Enforce and/or modify both administrative and judicial orders as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Typing

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

The Family Support Division is seeking applications for a Benefit Program Technician. This position will be located in the Cole County Child Support Office based at 615 Howerton Ct., Jefferson City, MO.

As a Benefit Program Technician, you will serve Missouri citizens by assessing their child support needs during phone calls, in-person office visits, and online inquiries. You may assist and guide them through services such as verifying paternity, establishing child support orders, and enforcing and/or modifying both administrative and judicial orders.

We offer a six-month in-depth training program for all new employees with additional training as needed. This position has a consistent and structured work schedule while still allowing work/home life balance. This is a rewarding position with the opportunity to positively impact the lives of Missouri citizens and their families.

To succeed in this role, you must have a high school diploma and at least four years of Customer Service experience OR a Bachelor's degree.

To thrive in this role, you must be personable, compassionate, non-judgmental, and supportive. The ideal candidate possesses excellent customer service skills, proficient typing skills with high accuracy and attention to detail, and has experience working with several different computer programs simultaneously.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g. shift, or time-of-service pay).

Recruitment Area: Accepting applications from all qualified applicants.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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