EXAMINER TECHNICIAN 2 Job Listing at Arizona Department of Economic Security in Phoenix, AZ (Job ID 530122)

Description

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.

DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.

DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. EXAMINER TECHNICIAN 2 Job Location: Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility (DBME)
Family Assistance Administration (FAA)
Centralized Document Services (CDS)
8620 North 22nd Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85021 Posting Details: Salary: $14.8500 / Hourly ($30,888 Annually)
Grade: 13
Closing Date: November 21, 2024 Job Summary:

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES' video. Come Join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team an Examiner Technician 2 (ET 2) for Centralized Document Services (CDS). The person in this position prepares client eligibility documents, categorizes using bar-codes, scans, indexes, and uploads documents into the Family Assistance Administration's (FAA's) Document Management System (DMS) via a computer terminal or Multi-Function Printer (MFP) and/or Health-E-Arizona plus system (HEA Plus). This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Essential Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review documents/applications received from local offices and potential clients to ensure they are completed, date stamped, researched in FAA's automated system, OnBase, Arizona Technical Eligibility Computer System (AZTECS) and/or Health-E-Arizona plus (HEA Plus); register for appropriate program(s); index appropriate screens into FAA's Document Management System, OnBase, AZTECS and/or HEA Plus or prepare for scanning, and place in appropriate system.
  
• Upload documents into FAA's Document Management System (OnBase) via computer terminal or MFP. Validate all documents that are scanned, re-index documents scanned to the incorrect eligibility type.
  
• Set alerts and index Arizona Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) notices. Upload change reports, correct address in system and document Case Documentation (CADO). Indicate any changes to the client's households as indicated on the Mid Approval Contact form. Submit a client request for appeals through HEA Plus or send the case to Office of Inspector General (OIG) for review.
  
• Pick-up return mail, open, date stamp, sort, prepare, research FAA's automated system (OnBase), AZTECS and/or HEA Plus, prepare documents for scanning, set alerts and/or send emails if appropriate. Ensure all documents are translated to English. Ensure all documents sent over by other agencies are reviewed thoroughly and are disseminated to the appropriate queues. Answer the telephone, screen the calls, and refer to the appropriate person and/or office following administration and office/unit guidelines, may require translation services or bilingual speaking staff.
  
• May serve as a lead to monitor or assist with monitoring of schedules, workflow, assists with educating staff on work functions, gather and compile data and submit reports accurately and timely. Based on the queues worked, may require separating and uploading documents to the correct document type(s) and/or case(s). Requires research of OnBase, HEA Plus and AZTECS.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of program rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  
• Imaging equipment (scanner, Multi-Function Printer, terminal, etc.)
  
• Computer software programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite, Google Docs, Google Sheets).

Skills in:

• Good listening, oral and written communication skills.
  
• Establish and maintain effective working relationship skills.
  
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Ability to:

• Compile data and complete reports accurately and timely.
  
• Multi-task and prioritize.
  
• Apply policies and procedures accurately and timely.

Selective Preference(s):

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Computer experience and Customer Service Experience in an office setting.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.
• Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

Contact Us:

For questions regarding this career opportunity, please contact Alex Rivera at 480-910-0533 or AlejandroRivera@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 480-910-0533 or AlejandroRivera@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

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