Benefits Eligibility Clerk – SNAP/TANF (Entry Level)

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi in Jackson, MS is seeking a Benefit Program Associate I (SNAP/TANF Clerk Specialist) in Hinds County. The role involves applying rules to determine eligibility and deliver direct services for public assistance programs.

You will calculate benefits, issue one-time or ongoing assistance, and may refer applicants to other programs or resources. The position may include occasional case management and works under general supervision.

Qualifications

• First-level vocational position following set rules to determine eligibility.
• Deliver direct services for SNAP, TANF, and other programs.
• Refer applicants to other agencies and public programs; may perform case management.

Responsibilities

• Gather information to determine eligibility for public assistance.
• Calculate benefits and issue one-time or ongoing assistance.
• Refer applicants to other programs or resources.
• Possibly perform case management under supervision.

Skills

Eligibility determinations

Case management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

State of Mississippi in Jackson, MS is seeking a Benefit Program Associate I (SNAP/TANF Clerk Specialist) in Hinds County. The role involves applying rules to determine eligibility and deliver direct services for public assistance programs.

You will calculate benefits, issue one-time or ongoing assistance, and may refer applicants to other programs or resources. The position may include occasional case management and works under general supervision.