Benefits Customer Agent - State of Maryland : Job Details

Introduction The Maryland Department of Labor, (Labor), Division of Unemployment Insurance is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the contractual position ofj Unemployment Insurance Associate I. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year after the closing date of the announcement. Spanish speaking candidates are strongly encourage to apply. LOCATION OF POSITIONThis position will be located in the following demographic area only: Baltimore City Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this position will be performing as a BPC UI Call Center /Lobby Kiosk Customer Service Representative within the Division of Unemployment Insurance Claim Center conducting interviews and gathering information to process Unemployment Insurance benefit claims. This role will require providing telephone and in-person services to facilitate the distribution of Unemployment Insurance benefits. Our main objective is to deliver top-notch, customer-centric services to promote the economic stability of the state. Bilingual speakers are encouraged to apply.POSITION DUTIESThis position duties consist of but not limited to the following:Answering Calls:Responding promptly and professionally to Benefit Payment Control (BPC) inbound calls is essential when interviewing claimants for unemployment insurance benefits. Obtaining and recording demographic data, wage information, and work history as well as details on severance and pension payments, disputed eligibility status. Answering 1099G tax questions and inquires. Reviewing any overpayments accounts, addressing inquires related to billing, collections and repayment. Customer Assistance: Identifying customer needs with active listening skills. Entering claimant's information into the Beacon cloud-based system, Identifying, investigating and resolving problems related to individual claims form unemployment insurance benefits. Routing customers call to the appropriate department or resources when necessary. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: One Year of general clerical or call center experience working with the public directly. Notes: 1. Applicants may substitute general clerical or call center experience, for the required education at the rate of one year of experience for one year of education. 2. Applicants may substitute 30 credit hours at an accredited college or university for one year experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Personnel employed in this classification will have access to federal tax information and must undergo a state and FBI criminal background check as a condition of employment All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment. SELECTION PROCESS Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. Resumes are acceptable as additional information only, however, the application must be completed in its entirety or it will be subject to rejection. All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered. For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc: Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) ###-#### or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-###-#### or (202) ###-####. EXAMINATION PROCESS The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. ***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.BENEFITS Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year. FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veterans' status. If you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via email to [email protected]. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to: DLLR Office of Human Resources Attn: 24-003###-####/ (UI Associate I/SA) 100 S. Charles Street 5th FL Baltimore, MD 21201 The MD State Application Form can be found online Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of DLLR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.