Benefits Support Staff

State of Oregon - Department of Human Services

and the job listing Expires on July 18, 2026

This position is located in rural Northeastern Oregon.

Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Our Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) Oregon Eligibility Partnership (OEP) Enterprise team is seeking a talented individual who is dedicated to providing quality customer service through a trauma informed lens. If you are looking for a meaningful career that serves Oregon’s most vulnerable community members, apply today to join our team!

This position is in rural eastern Oregon, and works in the Enterprise office daily. Oregon Eligibility Partnership (OEP) is a program within ODHS that determines eligibility for people living in Oregon who apply for medical, food, cash and childcare benefits through the ONE eligibility system. OEP plays a critical part of the eligibility process that moves beyond integration and equality, to focus on equity of services and providing timely, accurate, and necessary eligibility determinations through a person-centered approach.

• Be the first face of contact in the office for Oregonians and provide a welcoming environment for individuals and families to interact with the department.
• Support the infrastructure of the office by supporting the day-to-day operation.
• Assisting Oregonians through a trauma informed lens in person, over the phone and via email.
• Provide front desk assistance, answer phone calls, and guide clients to the right services.
• Distribute mail, handle case transfers, and manage emails.
• Schedule appointments and issue financial negotiables like Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards and checks.
• Review all applications, paperwork, and documentation submitted in person or electronically for completeness and accuracy.
• Document all interactions and records through the ONE and TRACS system.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area, ensuring efficient lobby flow and customer service.
• Use various computer systems and databases to manage information for the agency and clients.

• Two years of experience working in a reception area or call center either interviewing to obtain information or providing customer service. This experience must have involved a high volume of work (e.g., data entry, assuring information on applications is complete and accurate, completing necessary documents, etc.);
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• An associate degree in a Behavioral Science, Social Science or a closely related field AND six months of experience working in a busy reception area or call center either interviewing to obtain information or providing customer service;
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• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience relative to the class concept.

• Experience providing front-line customer service in a high-volume reception or front desk environment.
• Experience interviewing, obtaining, and evaluating information for customers to access services.
• Experience adapting communication styles to effectively convey complex rules, regulations and procedures.
• Experience maintaining organization, while swiftly adapting to shifting priorities and new responsibilities.
• Experience providing compassionate, patient support to customers experiencing financial or emotional stress while maintaining professionalism.
• Experience with intermediate-level digital tools and platforms, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, email systems, and web-based applications; able to efficiently navigate, research, reconcile, and validate data across multiple online sources.

Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application…