Eligibility Worker I

Essential functions of the position include interviewing and determining eligibility for applicants and recipients of human Servies economic assistance programs by interpreting state and federal policies; processing applications, establishing electronic case files, maintaining a caseload, performing necessary actions relating to appeals and fraud, maintaining manuals, attending training sessions and workshops, and performing other duties as assigned. A high level of verbal and written communications skills and computer literacy are a must.

Minimum Qualifications

Eligibility Worker requires the qualifications as listed for the "Eligibility Technician" below, PLUS one year of work experience determining eligibility in a human service office in one of the following economic assistance programs: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Foster Care, Medicaid, or LIHEAP; OR an Eligibility Worker associate degree. If no Eligibility Worker I applications are found, we will consider filling this position as an Eligibility Worker Support Specialist which requires a high school diploma or GED, PLUS one of the following:Three (3) years of a Bachelor's degree program (90 semester hours or 135 quarter hours)Three (3) years' work experience in the clerical, accounting, financial, legal, or teaching fieldsThree (3) years combined education and experience as listed above; orCompletetion of the Eligibility Worker Certificate Program ALL successful applicants must pass a standard, motor vehicle, and criminal record check.ALL successful applicants must be able to work in the United States.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt

Application Procedures

Please make sure your resume includes information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. Your work history will not be given credit if the Department's Human Resource Division cannot determine that you meet the minimum qualifications.All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.A copy of your qualifying degrees, transcripts, and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview. For more information or if you need an accommodation, please contact Luellen Hart at lhart@nd.gov or 701-787-8500

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.