Public Benefits Eligibility Specialist

ms.gov - Mississippi's Official State Website; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Department of Human Services in Madison, MS is seeking a Benefit Program Specialist I / Eligibility Specialist to evaluate and audit public assistance programs and ensure program effectiveness.

The role may oversee high-value claims, assist in program development in response to mandates, and report findings to stakeholders. A bachelor’s degree with 0–2 years of experience (or an associate degree with 2–3 years) is preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience OR an associate degree and 2-3 years of experience.
• Experience with case management and ability to evaluate programs.
• Ability to audit processes and report findings to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate effectiveness of benefit and eligibility programs through auditing processes and reporting findings to stakeholders.
• Lead and review work of others within a benefit area as needed; may oversee high-value claims.
• Assist in establishing public assistance programs in response to legislative mandates and advise on policy revisions.

Skills

Case management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Job description

Mississippi Department of Human Services in Madison, MS is seeking a Benefit Program Specialist I / Eligibility Specialist to evaluate and audit public assistance programs and ensure program effectiveness.

The role may oversee high-value claims, assist in program development in response to mandates, and report findings to stakeholders. A bachelor’s degree with 0–2 years of experience (or an associate degree with 2–3 years) is preferred.