ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST I Position Available In Escambia, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Eligibility Specialist I position in Pensacola, FL offers a salary range of $34k - $47k per year. Responsibilities include determining eligibility for public assistance programs, handling high-volume work, and staying updated on state and federal regulations. The role involves interviewing applicants, instructing clients, and ensuring accuracy in program eligibility determinations. Join the Department of Children and Families to make a critical impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals and families.
Job Description
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Position range in Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $34k – $47k Per Year
ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST I
State of Florida:
Children and Families
Occupation:
Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs
Location:
Pensacola, FL – 32503
Positions available: 1
Job #: 853107
Source:
MyFlorida
Posted:
5/13/2025
Web Site:
jobs.myflorida.com
Job Type:
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Eligibility Specialist
Department of Children and Families
Pensacola, Florida
Open Competitive
This posting will be used to fill position vacancies in OPS and Career Service.
Current employees will be compensated in accordance with the DCF salary policy.
What you will do:
Families in need and in crisis require time sensitive actions from strong, compassionate individuals who are dedicated to assisting the vulnerable and promoting strong self-sufficient families. This demanding and challenging career could be your opportunity to help those in need make a better life for themselves and their families. Every minute and every case processed count for those who are hungry, caring for others, in need of assistance to provide shelter for loved ones, or just need a helping hand, and your career choice could make a critical difference by making a tremendous impact on countless lives. If you are interested in making a difference, please join our TEAM! How you will make an impact: The primary function of an Eligibility Specialist involves determining the eligibility of applicants and recipients for public assistance programs. The work performed includes processing data from electronic sources and entering information into a computer-based eligibility system under state and federal requirements. Eligibility workers are expected to handle a high volume of work which is deadline driven. Workers must be able to prioritize, plan and project their work, while remaining flexible to frequent changes in the program policy and/or computer-based systems. The duties of a typical day are as follows:
Interviewing applicants to obtain and verify information needed to determine eligibility for Food Assistance, Medicaid, and Cash Assistance.
Learning numerous state and federal program regulations, through intensive training prior to full case assignment and then ongoing training thereafter. This work is driven by ongoing reliance on regulations.
Instructing clients in completion of various forms, and reviewing the applications and forms submitted for completeness and accuracy.
Determining program eligibility in accordance with current regulations using a computer-based eligibility system. Researching information provided by an applicant until satisfactory explanations regarding eligibility status is confirmed.
Reporting cases where identity theft or fraud is suspected.
Advising clients of deadlines, time frames, and necessary actions to be taken. Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.
