Benefit Programs Analyst I - Public Assistance

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

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Panola County, MS is seeking a Benefit Program Specialist I (EA Eligibility Worker) to evaluate the effectiveness of public assistance programs and oversee eligibility processes.

The role requires strong communication skills and a willingness to serve others. The position is full-time, with an annual salary around $31,396, opening on 10/01/2026 and closing 10/08/2026. Reach [e-mail] for inquiries.

Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Willingness to serve others
• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience OR an associate degree and 2-3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the effectiveness of benefit and eligibility programs by auditing processes and reporting findings to the stakeholder.
• May oversee and determine high value claims, benefits, and/or eligibility through consideration of a wide range of factors.
• May assist in establishing public assistance programs in response to legislative mandates and propose policy revisions.

Job description

State of Mississippi in Panola County, MS is seeking a Benefit Program Specialist I (EA Eligibility Worker) to evaluate the effectiveness of public assistance programs and oversee eligibility processes.

The role requires strong communication skills and a willingness to serve others. The position is full-time, with an annual salary around $31,396, opening on 10/01/2026 and closing 10/08/2026. Reach [e-mail] for inquiries.