Eligibility Specialist – SNAP & TANF (Hiring Blitz)

State of South Carolina; York (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina, Economic Services Division, is hosting a Hiring Blitz in York County with in-person interviews for multiple ES positions. Opportunities focus on SNAP, TANF, ESAP, SCCAP casework and eligibility processing.

The event requires online application, and duties include conducting interviews and processing benefits. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and relevant clerical/administration experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute experience.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma and relevant program experience in clerical, administration, Social Work, correctional, administration, or general business administration.
• A Bachelor’s Degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide ES, TANF, SNAP/ESAP program services and eligibility in the Economic Services Division; process related tasks in the county office.
• Conduct a minimum of 15 quality interviews per day (phone or face-to-face) for SNAP, TANF, ESAP and renewals.
• Process SNAP, TANF, ESAP, and SCCAP applications and/or recertifications by determining eligibility and authorizing benefits if applicable.
• Maintain case records in the agency system; document client activities and ensure confidentiality and auditing readiness.
• Identify overpayments and prepare at least 3 referrals to the Benefit Integrity Unit; assist with Fair Hearings as directed.
• Participate in required trainings and staff meetings; protect PII and agency data.
• Perform Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duties as directed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

State of South Carolina, Economic Services Division, is hosting a Hiring Blitz in York County with in-person interviews for multiple ES positions. Opportunities focus on SNAP, TANF, ESAP, SCCAP casework and eligibility processing.

The event requires online application, and duties include conducting interviews and processing benefits. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and relevant clerical/administration experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute experience.