POSTING TYPE: Open Competitive
DEPARTMENT: Employment & Economic Assistance
HOURS: The majority of positions available are full-time (40 hours per week).
PREFERRED HIRING RANGE: $53,925 - $67,406 annually
FULL SALARY RANGE: $53,925 - $84,258 annually (Grade 106)
LOCATION: West St. Paul
UNION: AFSCME 306
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 05/3/24
Come join us at Dakota County and "Be more". Dakota County employs nearly 2000 skilled individuals whose talents and contributions makes Dakota County a premier place to live and work. The work County government does is unique.
Dakota County offers important careers - like the Program Eligibility Specialist (FAS II)- that make a difference in people's lives. You will not be just another employee; you'll be a valued employee making a difference in the lives of Dakota County residents every single day. If you have experience as a Financial Worker and want to start a career with Dakota County, you are encouraged to apply. Will you be the next person to join us at Dakota County?
In this position, you will evaluate Dakota County residents' basic needs, health and well-being are met by assessing clients' economic, social, and health-related issues in order to accurately determine public assistance program eligibility. Some examples of programs are Child Care Assistance Program, General Assistance, Medicaid, Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), MNsure, and Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
who are hiring for these positions at a Zoom Webinar on Wednesday, May 1 from 1:30-2:30 PM. Learn more about these critical Public Assistance positions and bring your questions! shares some of the highlights of being a Program Eligibility Specialist, with opportunities to serve public assistance clients, learn programs and policy, and computer system entry.
This position is for someone who enjoys working with people and computers, plus has an interest in helping individuals or families in times of financial crisis. Public Assistance Eligibility Specialists are often the first line of defense against poverty. We use in depth analysis of information received from internal and external customers, and multiple data sources. This career requires attention to detail, quality customer service and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Examples of Some Work Performed in this Position
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution.
OR
Associate's Degree AND TWO or more years' experience working with the public.
OR
Technical Certificate/Diploma AND THREE or more years' experience working with the public.
OR
Completion of at least 90 quarter credits (Incomplete degree) AND TWO or more years' experience working with the public.
OR
High School graduate or equivalent (G.E.D.) AND FOUR or more years' experience in a closely related position such as: Public Financial Worker, Child Support Specialist, or Program Associate/Case Aid.
Candidate must be proficient at keyboard skills including typing at least 35 WPM.
To be eligible for hire, an applicant must successfully complete a background check and meet the criminal history background criteria required to access certain networks/systems necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.