Hiring Range: $39,948 to Commensurate with experience
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
King and Queen County Department of Social Services is seeking a compassionate and dynamic Supervisor to lead a team of Benefit Programs Specialists in providing benefits to the citizens of our County. This position offers telework options for the Supervisor and the Team members.
Benefit Programs Supervisor leads a team of Specialists who determine eligibility for government assistance programs. The Supervisor trains, leads, and develops employees. The following are illustrative of the daily tasks of the position:
General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) –
Minimum Qualifications:
Considerable knowledge of current social, economic and health issues and trends; principles and practices of effective supervision; public assistance programs, policies and regulations; the literature in the field of eligibility determination; casework supervision principles and practices; and effective interviewing techniques. Working knowledge of computer systems and standard office software to include the state Department of Social Services human services systems.
Skill in operating a personal computer and the associated office and agency software.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others; work independently supervising and training others to deal effectively with the public; plan and manage work effectively; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interpret laws, policies, and regulations and to make decisions based thereon; plan and supervise work activities, including service delivery, training, recordkeeping duties and organizational operations; develop and maintain good working relations with internal and external customers; and evaluate financial assistance programs.
Bachelor’s degree in the human services field and human services program experience in a lead or supervisory capacity OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Special Requirements:
All applicants are subject to a DMV driving record check, pre-employment drug screen, and CPS and criminal history search. The investigation may include: fingerprint checks(State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education(relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks requested by the hiring authority. Employee must be willing to work in community emergency response capacity in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted. The website will provide a confirmation of the receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume. Please refer to your account for the status of your application and this position. This position is open until filled but applications received before March 17, 2024 will be given priority.
Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.
Click the checkbox next to the jobs that you are interested in.
Data Control Skill
Data Entry-Keyboarding Skill
Hanover County Government, Ashland, VA
Benefit Programs Specialist IV
City of Richmond, VA, Richmond, VA