Employee Benefits Specialist

Job Opportunities The City of Williamsburg Human Services Department is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Benefit Programs Specialist. This position is responsible for performing a range of eligibility functions that pertain to Virginia Department of Social Services Benefit Programs, including intakes, ongoing reviews, and referrals to other services. Benefit Programs include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program [SNAP], Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families [TANF], VIEW, and Energy Assistance. Other programs, as assigned, may include Long-term Care, Auxiliary Grants [AG], Child Care, and Fraud Prevention. All positions are cross-trained, as needed, and workers may assume coordinating responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; and One (1) year of related work experience Special Qualifications: Valid Virginia Driver’s License or obtain within 90 days Acceptable Criminal history, CPS and DMV background checks, drug screen Preferred Qualifications: Prior work experience in financial assistance programs sufficient to determine/redetermine eligibility for benefits Experience with VDSS electronic case management system and search tools Bilingual (Spanish), skills with a competency to translate benefit program details The City of Williamsburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr