Eligibility Worker

Big Stone County•Ortonville, MN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Big Stone County is seeking an Eligibility Worker to work within our Family Services Department. This position is responsible for processing and determining eligibility for income maintenance programs, maintain case records, enter data into various State Systems, analyze outcomes and approve eligibility. This position must complete necessary state, federal, and county requirements. Eligibility Workers must understand all financial programs to be able to properly request and gather information needed to assist clients and be able to accurately determine program eligibility. Applicants need to complete this application as well as apply online with the Minnesota Merit System at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mnmeritsystem/default.cfm Accepting applications until July 9th, 2026.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Three years of successful clerical experience and/or experience working with the public, or two years of successful clerical experience in a social services agency or some combination of the two
Valid Drivers’ License
Able to provide proof of insurance
Clean driving record
Good verbal and written communication skills
Able to work independently and in a team

Responsibilities

Processing and determining eligibility for income maintenance programs
Maintain case records
Enter data into various State Systems
Analyze outcomes and approve eligibility
Complete necessary state, federal, and county requirements
Understand all financial programs to properly request and gather information needed to assist clients
Accurately determine program eligibility