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Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist , Grade 17

Job in Rockville, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20849, USA
Listing for: Montgomery County Government
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-08
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Public Health
  • Government
    Public Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 59897 - 66754 USD Yearly USD 59897.00 66754.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist I, Grade 17

About The Position

Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist I (GAES I), Grade 17

Multiple Positions

Who We Are

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

About

The Position



Please note:

The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $59,897 to $66,754, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.”

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is responsible for delivering the County’s public health and human services, which meet the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults, and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, it is the largest County Department. As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential.

This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

Who We Are Looking For

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Eligibility and Support Services (OESS), is recruiting for Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist I (GAES I) to work in the units and programs outlined below.

What You’ll Be Doing

The GAES I will work at the entry-developmental level in determining eligibility of County residents for various programs that assist individuals, families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities needing financial and/or medical assistance and other support services.

The GAES I will receive formal and on-the-job training in income assistance eligibility procedures, while performing duties of limited scope intended to introduce them to the field. They receive assignments of gradually increasing complexity until they become fully proficient in all aspects of eligibility determination and interpersonal relations.

The GAES I works with applicants, their families, and/or their representatives; professional social service and related staff within the department;
State and Federal agencies, other counties, community social service agencies, and service providers to obtain or verify information, resolve problems, coordinate actions regarding eligibility determinations, or refer people and cases to other service units or agencies.

After successfully completing several training cohorts, a GAES I will work under the direct supervision of a unit supervisor. Work is subject to specific County, State, and Federal guidelines and regulations.

Incumbents work in an environment that values quality customer service and treats all populations with respect and dignity. Positions may require flexible work hours to provide service at various locations throughout Montgomery County and through teleworking. These positions will also be required to represent HHS in enrollment events or community outreach events to inform the public about the availability of HHS programs.

This could require an adjusted work week to cover weekends or evenings.

Program Areas

Family Investment/Income Supports
: determines initial and ongoing eligibility for Income Support Programs, including Temporary Cash Assistance, Temporary Disability Assistance Program, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly food stamps), Public Assistance to Adults, and Medical Assistance; conduct and complete initial interviews, process cases, authorize benefits, make necessary referrals to other services and programs and maintain an ongoing caseload to meet all established requirements.

Child Care…

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