Benefits & Eligibility Specialist - Immediate Need

Job Description

Job Description

URGENT: Benefits & Eligibility Specialist (Immediate Onsite Opening)

We are seeking a Benefits & Eligibility Specialist to begin immediately. This role involves interactive interviewing, fact-gathering, and evaluating applications to make key qualification determinations for public assistance programs.

Position Overview

• Start Date: September 21, 2026
• Pay Rate: $18.50 / hour
• Location: 100% Onsite in Tucson
• Contract Type: Contract-to-Hire (Opportunity to transition to full-time/FTE after training)
• Training Period: ~7 weeks, fully in-person

Key Responsibilities

• Review applications, gather facts, and conduct interactive interviews to determine eligibility for public assistance programs.
• Verify application accuracy and follow up directly with applicants as needed.
• Communicate effectively with claimants, employers, medical professionals, and agencies to resolve customer concerns and explain program rules/policies.
• Guide applicants toward appropriate benefit programs and assist with onboarding.
• Travel occasionally to off-site locations for meetings, training, or conferences.

Requirements

• Absolute availability to start on September 21, 2026 .
• Ability to work 100% onsite for both training and standard daily duties.
• Strong communication, customer service, and objective decision-making skills.

Premier staffing firm

Company Description

Premier staffing firm