Family Services Specialist I/II

Minimum Qualifications

• Level I: Education and Experience requirements consist of two years of clerical office work in a business, public sector, or social work environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty semester hours of college for each year of the required experience.
• Level II: Education and Experience requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree; OR an associate’s degree plus two years of clerical office work in a business, public sector, or social work environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of experience in a professional business, public sector, or social work environment for each year of the bachelor’s degree; OR two (2) years of experience as a Family Services Specialist.

Preference Statement

Preference may be given to applicants with previous call center experience.

Job Responsibilities

• This position is for a customer service eligibility specialist who will provide world-class service to clients of Adult and Family Services. The ideal candidate would demonstrate customer service, flexibility, and organizational skills while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, processing electronic applications, and renewals for all AFS programs (SNAP, CHILD CARE, and MEDICAL), while interpreting and applying policy and procedures, providing clear documentation of casework, and independently performing complex tasks.
• The employee will provide first contact resolution for clients who prefer to conduct business through our virtual eligibility center or online platforms. All customer contact is handled primarily via phone, incoming and outgoing calls.

Additional Information

In-person training will be provided. Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain required car insurance. This position is designed for telework/work from home; however, the employee will be training in an office setting (in person) for the first 120 days and will be evaluated on performance before working from home full-time. All telework positions are subject to Agency Director approval.

This position is designed for telework/work from home; however, the employee will be training in an office setting (in person) for the first 120 days and will be evaluated on performance before working from home full-time. All telework positions are subject to Agency Director approval.

Must attend mandatory in-office training, including JumpSTARt Training located at a regional training facility. (Travel and lodging paid).

This position is designed for telework/work from home; however, the employee will be training in an office setting (in person) for the first 120 days and will be evaluated on performance before working from home full-time. All telework positions are subject to Agency Director approval.

Job Responsibilities:

• This position is for a customer service eligibility specialist who will provide world-class service to clients of Adult and Family Services. The ideal candidate would demonstrate customer service, flexibility, and organizational skills while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, processing electronic applications, and renewals for all AFS programs (SNAP, CHILD CARE, and MEDICAL), while interpreting and applying policy and procedures, providing clear documentation of casework, and independently performing complex tasks.
• The employee will provide first contact resolution for clients who prefer to conduct business through our virtual eligibility center or online platforms. All customer contact is handled primarily via phone, incoming and outgoing calls.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience requirements consist of two years of clerical office work in a business, public sector, or social work environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty semester hours of college for each year of the required experience.
• Education and Experience requirements consist of a bachelor’s degree; OR an associate’s degree plus two years of clerical office work in a business, public sector, or social work environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one additional year of experience in a professional business, public sector, or social work environment for each year of the bachelor’s degree; OR two (2) years of experience as a Family Services Specialist.

Benefits:

• Annual Salary: Level I H14A: $37,440.00 + Full State Employee Benefits; Level II H14B: $40,248.00 + Full State Employee Benefits.

Travel:

• Occasional travel is required.

Contact Information:

If you have questions, please contact [email protected]

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service

Announcement Number: 26-JD148

83009815/JR61954