Benefit Program Specialist II

Description

Job Title: Benefit Programs Specialist II (Part-Time up to 25 hours a week)

Department: Social Services

Pay Grade: 210

Salary Range: $28 - $30/hr depending on experience

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The City of Fredericksburg Department of Social Services (FDSS) is recruiting for a Part-time Benefit Programs Specialist up to 25 hours a week working primarily on Ongoing cases. Are you ready for a challenging but rewarding job where you can Work with a Purpose in a positive work environment?

Summary of Duties:

This part-time position will primarily be doing Ongoing casework. The Benefit Prorams Specialist determines program eligibility for certain public assistance programs. Performs technical, administrative, counseling and case management duties for an assigned caseload of clients served by the City Social Services Department. Duties include interviewing applicants and explaining benefit programs; assisting applicants in completing necessary forms; determining and advising applicants of eligibility for assistance; and monitoring client ongoing program eligibility.

The Benefit Programs Specialist II is distinguished from the Benefit Programs Specialist III by the latter’s performing advanced technical work requiring depth and breadth of knowledge to understand, analyze and act on complex cases. Also, the Benefit Programs Specialist III serves as a technical resource for others regarding social services’ eligibility programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent;

Two (2) years experience working with the general public or equivalent education, and/or experience.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check to include a clean search of the Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry (no current findings or cases associated to you).

A valid state driver’s license that meets the standards for the City of Fredericksburg.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working for a Social Services department.

Proficiency in Microsoft office software.

Knowledge of DSS case management systems.

Prior experience working as Benefits Ongoing worker.

The City of Fredericksburg is a great place to work. Come join our knowledgeable and energetic team, which is committed to the City’s Core Values of Agile Innovation, Abundant Compassion, Outstanding Customer Service, Energized Work Environment, Essential Engagement, and Unwavering Stewardship. In addition to offering a great work environment and competitive salary, the City of Fredericksburg provides a generous benefits package. The City is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Fredericksburg, VA 22404-7447