What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY SUPERVISOR position at State of Arkansas?
Date: Mar 20, 2025
Req ID: 48146
Location:
Helena, AR, US, 72390
Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,340.00
Position Number: 22099013
County: Phillips
Posting End Date: 03/27/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,340.00
DCO
County: Phillips
Posting End Date: 03/27/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $40,340.00
DCO
Hiring Official: Brenda Messenger
Summary
The Program Eligibility Supervisor is responsible for supervising the activities of program eligibility staff. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy
Functions
Provides supervision of subordinate staff by establishing work schedules, assigning specific duties, monitoring and reviewing work, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to instructions, deadlines, and delivery of services to clients. Monitors and prepares weekly performance reports on staff's workload, including the number of hours worked and quantity of determinations adjudicated. Prepares training materials and presents necessary training to update staff on development plans, as needed, ensuring staff enrollment in appropriate training. Resolves procedural problems encountered by subordinates to maintain standard of quality and provides direction in difficult cases. Attends and conducts staff meetings to review policy, discuss policy clarifications, and resolve problems. Investigates issues and makes determinations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing client eligibility
for assigned programs. Knowledge of community-based programs and services
Knowledge of integrated computer systems. Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of subordinates. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines in determining eligibility for assistance programs. Ability to prepare oral and written information and reports. Ability to analyze case records and reports for compliance with program specifications and determine appropriate remedial action.
for assigned programs. Knowledge of community-based programs and services
Knowledge of integrated computer systems. Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of subordinates. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines in determining eligibility for assistance programs. Ability to prepare oral and written information and reports. Ability to analyze case records and reports for compliance with program specifications and determine appropriate remedial action.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or a related field; plus 3years experience in determining eligibility for social service programs, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity within the program. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Licenses
None
The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.
Position Information
Class Code: M037C
Grade: GS07
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $40,340.00 - $64,343.00
Summary
The Program Eligibility Supervisor is responsible for supervising the activities of an eligibility program staff. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Provides supervision of subordinate staff by establishing work schedules, assigning specific duties, monitoring and reviewing work, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to instructions, deadlines, and delivery of services to clients. Monitors and prepares weekly performance reports on staff's workload, including the number of hours worked and quantity of determinations adjudicated. Prepares training materials and presents necessary training to update staff on development plans, as needed, ensuring staff enrollment in appropriate training. Resolves procedural problems encountered by subordinates to maintain standard of quality and provides direction in difficult cases. Attends and conducts staff meetings to review policy, discuss policy clarifications, and resolve problems. Investigates issues and makes determinations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of federal and state laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing client eligibility for assigned programs. Knowledge of community-based programs and services. Knowledge of integrated computer systems. Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of subordinates. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines in determining eligibility for assistance programs. Ability to prepare oral and written information and reports. Ability to analyze case records and reports for compliance with program specifications and determine appropriate remedial action.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or related field; plus two years of experience in determining eligibility for social programs, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Licenses
None
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $40,340 - $64,343
