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ELIGIBILITY WORKER IV - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES - OAHU
Government Jobs, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96815
Job Opportunity with State of Hawai'i
The State of Hawai'i is seeking candidates for various positions within the Department of Human Services, specifically in the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) and the Med-QUEST Division (MQD). BESSD provides eligible clients with monthly benefits to supplement essentials such as food, clothing, and shelter. MQD provides eligible low-income adults and children access to health and medical coverage through managed care plans. Salary: $4,742 to $6,003 per month (SR-18, Step C to H). Location: Island of Oahu. Job Number: 25-0017. The immediate vacancy is located with the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) in Downtown. The Eligibility Worker IV position conducts internal reviews or validation studies of eligibility determinations; or serves as assistant supervisor of a large unit; and performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements
To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements: Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Education Requirement: Applicants must possess experience which demonstrated a high degree of verbal skill and the ability to read, comprehend and apply written directions and perform basic mathematical computations, including percentages and averages. This experience may be met from part-time and/or unpaid work. There must, however, be evidence that participation was on a continuous basis but not necessarily on a full-time normal work basis. This requirement may also be met by possession of a high school diploma, or equivalent. General Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience which involved public contact work that required providing information, answering questions and inquiries, and explaining policies, rules, and regulations in person or by telephone; and utilizing a computer to retrieve and enter data. Specialized Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience which demonstrated knowledge of philosophy, goals, functions and standards of services for public assistance programs and the ability to perform eligibility determination work. At least one year of the three years of specialized experience must have provided the applicant with the knowledge and ability to apply regulations, policies and procedures of the pertinent public assistance program(s) in which the vacancy exists. Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must demonstrate supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects of supervision, e.g. by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist. Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply. Other Information
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. Electronic Notification to Applicants: The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Testing Information: The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience.
The State of Hawai'i is seeking candidates for various positions within the Department of Human Services, specifically in the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) and the Med-QUEST Division (MQD). BESSD provides eligible clients with monthly benefits to supplement essentials such as food, clothing, and shelter. MQD provides eligible low-income adults and children access to health and medical coverage through managed care plans. Salary: $4,742 to $6,003 per month (SR-18, Step C to H). Location: Island of Oahu. Job Number: 25-0017. The immediate vacancy is located with the Benefit, Employment and Support Services Division (BESSD) in Downtown. The Eligibility Worker IV position conducts internal reviews or validation studies of eligibility determinations; or serves as assistant supervisor of a large unit; and performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements
To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements: Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. Education Requirement: Applicants must possess experience which demonstrated a high degree of verbal skill and the ability to read, comprehend and apply written directions and perform basic mathematical computations, including percentages and averages. This experience may be met from part-time and/or unpaid work. There must, however, be evidence that participation was on a continuous basis but not necessarily on a full-time normal work basis. This requirement may also be met by possession of a high school diploma, or equivalent. General Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience which involved public contact work that required providing information, answering questions and inquiries, and explaining policies, rules, and regulations in person or by telephone; and utilizing a computer to retrieve and enter data. Specialized Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience which demonstrated knowledge of philosophy, goals, functions and standards of services for public assistance programs and the ability to perform eligibility determination work. At least one year of the three years of specialized experience must have provided the applicant with the knowledge and ability to apply regulations, policies and procedures of the pertinent public assistance program(s) in which the vacancy exists. Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must demonstrate supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects of supervision, e.g. by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist. Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply. Other Information
The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-0936. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. Electronic Notification to Applicants: The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Testing Information: The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience.