Oregon state government

Oregon state government

Eligibility Worker (Public Benefits Specialist) – Spanish/English bilingual

Portland | DHS | Webster Street · Contract

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About the role

  • We believe that teams in which everyone can show up as their full authentic self are key to creating a thriving workforce that can better serve communities.
  • OEP plays critical part in the eligibility process that moves beyond integration and equality, focusing on equity of services and providing timely, accurate, and necessary eligibility determinations through a person-centered approach.
  • Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Responsibilities

  • If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
  • Perform eligibility determinations, redeterminations, and periodic reviews.
  • Create a work environment where everyone feels welcomed, appreciated and valued.

Requirements

  • Two (2) years of experience working with the public, providing assistance and interpreting and applying policies, rules, or guidelines
  • Experience accurately applying complex rules and policies to various types of cases or circumstances.
  • Attention all candidates - a cover letter is required!
  • Your resume (optional) and cover letter (required) may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
  • Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials.
  • The job offer will be contingent upon passing test(s) evaluating your proficiency in the bilingual requirements of the position.
  • Minimum Qualifications

Compensation

  • This position may receive a 5% differential pay based on passing the required language test.
  • Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
  • The salary range listed is the non- PERS monthly salary range.
  • If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.

Benefits

  • ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
  • Amazing benefits package.

Equal opportunity

  • We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship.
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