Benefit Program Team Lead (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Supervisor) (4139) Position Available In Pearl River, Mississippi

Benefit Program Team Lead (SNAP/TANF Eligibility Supervisor) (4139) 
Salary $47,500.00•$61,500.00 Annually Location 55•PEARL

RIVER COUNTY, MS

Job Type Full-Time Job Number 9780-0651-20250328PRV Department 0651•DHS-ECONOMIC

ASSISTANCE/TANF

Opening Date 03/28/2025 Closing Date 4/4/2025 11:59 PM Central Agency Minimum Salary $47,500.00 Agency Maximum Salary $61,500.00 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

PEARL RIVER.

If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov. About the Position The individual in this role will serve as a

SNAP/TANF

Eligibility Supervisor in the Pearl River County MDHS office reporting directly to the Pearl River County Office Director. This individual will be responsible for ensuring his/her direct reports are knowledgeable of, and adhering to, federal, state, and agency policies and regulations during the initial and recertification eligibility processes. The individual will also have weekly and monthly reporting responsibilities. What you’ll need to be Successful Excellent written and verbal communication skills, good customer services skills, and an ability to manage a large workload while managing others. Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years of experience. •

Agency Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in determining SNAP and/or TANF eligibility is preferred.

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Characteristics of Work See MSPB Careers for information regarding this classifications Examples of Work First-level supervisory position with responsibilities for vocational and professional employees within a benefit unit and are responsible for the operational results and service delivery of those individuals. Employees at this level may also participate in the work of individual contributors within a benefit area and are accountable for resolving disputes or conflicts which are outside of the decision-making authority or responsibility of individual contributors. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires these employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen. Minimum Qualifications Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years of experience. Employer
State of Mississippi