Eligibility Examiner I

Albany County Department of Social Services is seeking applications to fill Eligibility Examiner I vacancies in Reception, Temporary Assistance, Employment/Daycare and Fair Hearings, SNAP/HEAP and Medicaid Divisions. New York State has approved the Eligibility Examiner I to be included in the NYS HELP Program. Under the HELP Program, the Eligibility Examiner I position will be filled via Non-Competitive appointment, meaning further examination will not be required. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

This is an entry-level worker who learns the basic state eligibility criteria to determine eligibility of applicants seeking Public Assistance, Medicaid, Food Stamp and/or HEAP benefits. This level Examiner undergoes intensive training to develop the necessary skills in applying the appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities in these several programs which are needed in addressing a client’s eligibility for assistance as well as in providing direction in methods necessary for the client to become self-sufficient. The work requires a comprehensive review and evaluation of applications, records and documents obtained from the applicant and collateral sources. This position requires in-person interviews with clients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER:

OPEN-COMPETITIVE: EITHER:

A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with at least an Associate’s degree; OR,

B. Graduation from High School or possession of a GED and two (2) years of experience in examining, investigating, or evaluating claims for public assistance or benefits against a set of established criteria.

PROMOTIONAL: Twenty-four (24) months of permanent competitive class status as a Clerk I, Clerk II, Clerk III, Clerk Typist I, Keyboard Specialist or Receptionist in the Department of Social Services or Children, Youth and Families or some combination thereof.

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 8:30am -4:30pm

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• NYS Retirement System Benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement

To Apply: Please submit an updated job application ( Employment Application) and updated resume to: Elizabeth.Lyons@AlbanyCountyNY.gov . Your application and resume will be reviewed by Civil Service.

*** Note: You are required to submit a copy of either your college transcripts or college diploma if qualifying under the educational component of the Minimum Qualifications.

Albany County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Competitive class vacancies are filled by certified list provided by Albany County Civil Service. Should no certified list be available, candidates appointed to this position will be serving in a provisional appointment in accordance with New York State Civil Service Law. The candidate must successfully complete a competitive examination and be eligible for appointment in accordance with Civil Service Law and the Civil Service Rules for Albany County to obtain a permanent appointment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,821.00 - $47,217.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,821 - $47,217