Economic Support Specialist

WCA: Wisconsin Counties Association; Pierce (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Counties Association is seeking a County-level position to assess needs for assistance and determine eligible sources within a multi-county Income Maintenance consortium. The role requires attention to policy and collaborative work across a team of counties.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, 40 wpm typing, calculator proficiency, and a valid Wisconsin driver's license. Salary starts at $23.95–$27.37 per hour, with typical full-time Monday–Friday hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typing 40 wpm with calculator proficiency.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Multitasking and strong time-management.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and be a Wisconsin resident.

Responsibilities

• Assess the need for assistance and determine sources and types available.
• Work within a nine-county Income Maintenance consortium service-delivery model in a team setting.
• Contribute to program policy application and case processing as part of the team.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Calculator proficiency

Work under pressure

Independent work

Multitasking

Driver's license

Wisconsin resident

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/Vocational degree in business administration or related field

Job description

Application Deadline: 2026-09-16

Job Type: County

Job Description

Purpose of Position: This position assesses the need for assistance and determines the sources and types available while consistently exercising considerable discretion and judgment when applying approved complex federal, state, and local agency policies. This position works largely in a team-focused and task/performance driven system in conjunction with nine other counties in an Income Maintenance consortium service-delivery model.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or its equivalent. Ability to type 40 wpm, with touch ability on a calculator. Must have the ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure. Must have the ability to work independently. Multi-tasking is essential. Valid Driver’s License required. Must be a Wisconsin resident.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical/Vocational degree in business administration or a related field from an accredited college. Experience working with benefits programs.

This position is a FT 40 hours per week Monday – Friday. Salary starting at $23.95-$27.37 per hour (depending on qualifications). See attached Position Description

https://www.co.pierce.wi.us/employment_opportunities/index.php