Program Associate ; Eligibility Clerk

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Benefit Program Associate I (Eligibility Clerk) 0766

This listing closes on 8/28/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada).

Employer

State of Mississippi

Salary

$24,000.00 Annually

Location

57 - PIKE COUNTY, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

PIK

Department

0651 - DHS-ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE/TANF

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

8/28/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$24,000.00

Agency Maximum Salary

$24,000.00

About the Agency The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Economic Assistance and will be located in PIKE.

If you have any questions, you may contact us .

About the Position First-level vocational position responsible for following set rules and procedures to routinely gather information to make eligibility determinations and deliver direct services applicable to one of multiple eligibility areas and programs (e.g., food stamps, cash, medical assistance, workforce services, veterans’ loan eligibility, etc.). At this level, employees apply guidelines to calculate benefits and, if determined eligible, issue one-time or ongoing assistance.

Employees may also refer applicants to other agencies or other public programs or community resources. At this level, employees perform work under general supervision. May be required to perform case management work.

What you'll need to be Successful Dependable, punctual, team player, excellent organizational and communication skills, integrity, some data entry, etc.

Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 0-2 years of experience.

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Health/Prescription Insurance Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state’s health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits .

Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program.

This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.

All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee’s annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices .

Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.

Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts.

These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.

Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave.

Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued.

Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.

In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.

Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation’s celebrations with family and friends.

The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program.

Employees become vested in the State’s retirement system after 8 years of employment.

Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information…