Benefits & Eligibility Specialist I

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/EA Eligibility Worker in DESOTO County, MS. This full-time role offers a starting salary around $31,396 annually and requires a bachelor’s or an associate degree with related experience.

You will evaluate eligibility programs, audit processes, and may lead others in a team setting. The position emphasizes strong communication and service orientation, with duties including policy support, appeals advocacy, and potential case

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to serve others and assist program participants.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the effectiveness of benefit and eligibility programs by auditing processes.
• Lead the work within a benefit area and review the work of others.
• Assist in establishing public assistance programs in response to legislative mandates and recommend policy changes.
• Advocate in appeals processes as needed.
• May perform case management work to determine high-value claims.

Skills

Great communication

Service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Job description

State of Mississippi is seeking a Benefit Program Specialist I/EA Eligibility Worker in DESOTO County, MS. This full-time role offers a starting salary around $31,396 annually and requires a bachelor’s or an associate degree with related experience.

You will evaluate eligibility programs, audit processes, and may lead others in a team setting. The position emphasizes strong communication and service orientation, with duties including policy support, appeals advocacy, and potential case