Programs Specialist II

Job Title: Benefit Programs Specialist

Department: Social Services

Pay Grade: 210

Salary Range: $49,199 - $62,728

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The City of Fredericksburg Department of Social Services (FDSS) is recruiting for a Benefit Programs Specialist who performs eligibility and case management functions for a benefit program caseload. Are you ready for a challenging but rewarding job where you can work with a purpose in a positive work environment? If so, then read on!

This position will primarily do intake. The Benefit Programs Specialist determines program eligibility for certain public assistance programs, performs technical, administrative, counseling and case management duties for an assigned caseload of clients served by the City Social Services Department, interviews applicants and explains benefit programs, assists applicants in completing necessary forms, determines and advises applicants of eligibility for assistance, and monitors client ongoing program eligibility.

• High School diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of experience working with the general public in a local department of social services, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check to include a clean search of the Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry (no current findings or cases associated to you).
• A valid state driver’s license that meets the standards for the City of Fredericksburg.

• Prior experience working for a Social Services department.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of DSS case management systems.
• Prior experience working as Benefits Intake worker.

The City of Fredericksburg is a great place to work. In addition to offering a competitive salary and generous benefits, the City is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Fredericksburg, VA  (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).