Eligibility Technician/Economic Security Specialist

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
• Dependent Care FSA
• FSA and HSA
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Pay Rate

The hourly pay range is $23.60 to $30.41, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

*The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month.*

Job Summary

To provide leadership and assistance to the Economic Security (ES) staff and provide services and guidance to eligible family members for all public assistance programs (SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, TANF, Adult Financial, Long-term Care, LEAP, EOC and CCCAP). This includes leading ES team problem solving, technical solutions, procedure development, job aides, training and orientation for all new team members, managing and overseeing referrals, assessments, development of Individual Responsibility Contracts, employment and work participation activities, and case management functions that promote self-sufficiency. Some functions may include application initiation, interactive interviews, and ongoing case management and program eligibility re-determinations on an “as needed” basis. To provide mentoring to TANF eligible families in the form of work preparedness acting as a liaison between families and employers.

View the full Eligibility Technician job description here.

View the full Economic Security Specialist job description here .

Hiring Manager

Brian Gage

brian.gage@state.co.us

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must complete ICS 100, 200 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a health care or human services related field.
• At least two years of work in the public sector with a minimum of one year in adult and public assistance, eligibility or economic security preferred.
• Or any combination of education and experience that Gunnison County deems appropriate to perform the duties of this position.