Benefit Program Specialist - DES/Appeals

Benefit Program Specialist

Annual Salary Range: $32,000 - $37,400

Why you will love this position:

The Division of Employment Security (DES) supports the Department's vision statement by administering the state’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) program.

What you will do:

• Secure detailed information to process state and federal unemployment insurance claims.
• Gather/document sufficient information to properly determine the type of unemployment claim.
• Accurately and comprehensively enter data received during phone contacts into the computer system.
• Answer/respond to telephone and written inquiries regarding unemployment insurance.
• Interview claimants to secure information concerning previous wages earned and weeks worked.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative within the framework of established laws, policies, and procedures.

All you need for success:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Substitutions may be allowed)

Desired Attributes

• Ability to consistently display strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and accurately.
• Knowledge of interviewing techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of the principles, objectives, and regulations underlying the unemployment insurance program and of the applicable state and federal laws.
• Knowledge of computer and related equipment for data input, retrieval, and word process.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here. Our benefits package can be reviewed with this link: https://oa.mo.gov/sites/default/files/Total-Benefits-Package-flyer.pdf

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The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.