State of Mississippi
Benefit Program Associate I (Clerk) 0586
State of Mississippi, Meridian, Mississippi, us, 39309
Job Title
Benefit Program Associate I (Clerk) (ID: 0586) – LAUDERDALE COUNTY, MS
AgencyState of Mississippi – Mississippi Department of Human Services Salary & Type $24,000.00 annually – Full-Time
Location 38 – LAUDERDALE COUNTY, MS
Job Details Job Number: 9774-0651-20260112LAU
Division: 0651 – DHS-ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE/TANF
Opening Date: 01/12/2026 Closing Date: 01/20/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time
About the Agency The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Economic Assistance and will be located in LAUDERDALE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov.
Responsibilities First-level vocational position responsible for following set rules and procedures to routinely gather to make eligibility determinations and deliver direct services applicable to one of multiple eligibility areas and programs (e.g., food stamps, cash, medical assistance, workforce services, veteran’s loan eligibility, etc.). At this level, employees apply guidelines to calculate benefits and, if determined eligible, issue one-time or ongoing assistance. Employees may also refer applicants to other agencies or other public programs, or community resources. At this level, employees perform work under general supervision. May be required to perform case management work.
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-2 years of experience.
What you’ll need to be Successful: The ability to assist customers with obtaining a full range of services by providing information and applying a variety of laws, rules, policies, procedures, and program requirements. At this level, employees assist with providing advice and answers, and reviewing and validating forms for completeness and accuracy in order to provide services and products.
Contact Information Address 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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AgencyState of Mississippi – Mississippi Department of Human Services Salary & Type $24,000.00 annually – Full-Time
Location 38 – LAUDERDALE COUNTY, MS
Job Details Job Number: 9774-0651-20260112LAU
Division: 0651 – DHS-ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE/TANF
Opening Date: 01/12/2026 Closing Date: 01/20/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time
About the Agency The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Economic Assistance and will be located in LAUDERDALE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov.
Responsibilities First-level vocational position responsible for following set rules and procedures to routinely gather to make eligibility determinations and deliver direct services applicable to one of multiple eligibility areas and programs (e.g., food stamps, cash, medical assistance, workforce services, veteran’s loan eligibility, etc.). At this level, employees apply guidelines to calculate benefits and, if determined eligible, issue one-time or ongoing assistance. Employees may also refer applicants to other agencies or other public programs, or community resources. At this level, employees perform work under general supervision. May be required to perform case management work.
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-2 years of experience.
What you’ll need to be Successful: The ability to assist customers with obtaining a full range of services by providing information and applying a variety of laws, rules, policies, procedures, and program requirements. At this level, employees assist with providing advice and answers, and reviewing and validating forms for completeness and accuracy in order to provide services and products.
Contact Information Address 210 East Capitol Street Suite 800 Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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