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Job Description
Eligibility Worker Polk County Social Services is seeking applications for an Eligibility Worker position located in our Crookston office. This challenging and rewarding career provides professional solutions for clients applying for public assistance programs. Applicants should possess the ability to process large volumes of detailed information by following governmental policies and procedures. Computer, written, verbal and analytical skills are essential for timely and accurate eligibility determinations. Starting wage is $26.56 per hour. Polk County provides a highly competitive health care package provided through BCBS; PERA retirement; Additional benefit options including dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability, HSA and VEBA accounts; 11 paid holidays each year; paid vacation and sick leave; and access to other health and wellness programs. Applicants must be eligible through the Minnesota Merit System and successfully complete the Eligibility Worker test. To take the Eligibility Worker test go online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mnmeritsystem/default.cfm (Click on exams open for application). If interested, please submit a letter of interest, and resume to Polk County Social Services, 612 North Broadway Room 302, Crookston, MN 56716, attention LeAnn Holte. Please contact LeAnn Holte at 218-399-8522 with questions. Deadline to apply is July 6, 2026. You must complete the exam no later than midnight, July 9, 2026 Polk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$26.56 - $33.64 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance