SNAP Overpayment Recovery Analyst

Grambling State University; Louisiana; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Health is seeking a SNAP Recovery Analyst to ensure overpayment claims are established accurately for SNAP, FITAP, and KCSP programs. The role strengthens program integrity, protects public funds, and supports federal compliance while preventing fraud.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, organized, and committed to responsible stewardship of public resources. The position emphasizes reviewing case information, determining overpayment periods, monitoring deadlines, and

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in social services or six years in any field with one year in social services.
• Education-based pathways accepted: bachelor's or advanced degree with related experience.
• Ability to follow policies, meet deadlines, and maintain program integrity.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review case information to identify and establish overpayment claims for SNAP, FITAP, and KCSP programs.
• Determine the applicable period and amount of overpayments based on case findings and program requirements.
• Monitor discovery dates and prioritize claims approaching established federal deadlines.
• Process and establish overpayment claims accurately and within required timeframes.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation to support overpayment claims and recovery efforts.
• Ensure compliance with federal requirements while protecting state and federal funds and strengthening program integrity.
• Identify and share findings that support fraud prevention and improve the efficiency of benefit recovery efforts.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Critical Thinking

Ethics & Integrity

Adaptability

Policy Compliance

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services

Advanced degree in social sciences or related field

Advanced degree in social work/health/admin

Job description

Louisiana Department of Health is seeking a SNAP Recovery Analyst to ensure overpayment claims are established accurately for SNAP, FITAP, and KCSP programs. The role strengthens program integrity, protects public funds, and supports federal compliance while preventing fraud.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, organized, and committed to responsible stewardship of public resources. The position emphasizes reviewing case information, determining overpayment periods, monitoring deadlines, and