Unemployment Benefit Accuracy Specialist 2026-00974

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position will utilize strictly defined Federal and State policies and procedures to perform in-depth quality assurance audits. The position will investigate randomly selected Unemployment Insurance Benefit Claims to ensure that all aspects of the claim comply with all Federal and State Laws, Statutes, and regulations to help control fraud and system-wide errors in the Unemployment Insurance program (Federally Mandated Program). Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck.

Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future Flexible schedules and work-life balance options Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and

MUCH MORE!

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Human Resource Contact:

307-473-3270 ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

Ensures compliance of individuals, groups, and business entities with guidelines, rules, regulations, statutes, and other requirements. Measures the accuracy of the eligibility determination process conducted by eligibility staff. Researches, plans, revises, and implements systems that will provide an increase in overall program efficiency. Performs ongoing reviews of inactive cases and ensures that clients were not terminated or denied benefits incorrectly. Works with field office staff, attorneys, other investigators, and program staff to provide requested information relating to a specific case, corrective actions, policy contradictions, and areas needing attention or improvement.

PREFERENCES

Preference may be given to applicants who have experience with Unemployment Insurance laws, rules, and regulations. Preference may be given to candidates who are able to work within established timelines.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Federal, State, and program policy and operation procedures. Knowledge of research and information gathering techniques. Knowledge of computer spreadsheets and word processors. Knowledge of interpersonal techniques to use in dealing with a wide variety of individuals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Human Services)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility)

OR Education & Experience Substitution:

3-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Benefits and Eligibility)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Travel may be required.

NOTES :

FLSA:

Non-Exempt The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify , including your rights and responsibilities. Former State of Wyoming employees, who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment, will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL:

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the

A & I HRD

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