Aitkin County is accepting applications for a FT Eligibility Worker to perform a variety of tasks related to the determination of eligibility of clients for income maintenance programs and services; establish initial and on-going eligibility for multiple income maintenance programs; communicates program requirements and assists program participants in understanding how to maintain eligibility; supports program participants in achieving the highest degree of independence and in addressing barriers to self-sufficiency; provides education, enrollment and assistance to managed health care enrollees; makes appropriate referrals to other community resources; and performs related work as assigned. Requirements: Must be eligible for appointment by the MN Merit System. Three years of clerical experience or experience working with the public, or some combination of the two, totaling three years. or Two years of clerical experience in a social services/human services agency. or Two years of study at an accredited two or four year college or university or similar institution, with emphasis in the behavioral sciences, business, or closely related subjects (at least 23 quarter credits or 16 semester credits). or Successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Eligibility Worker diploma program (applicants must be within six months of completion of the program). or Successful completion of the technical college Public Welfare Eligibility Worker certificate program will substitute for one year of the required clerical experience or experience working with the public. Valid Minnesota driver’s license required. Employment reference checks and a criminal background check will be performed as part of the pre-employment process. Applications are available at www.co.aitkin.mn.us. All questions are welcome 218-927-7306 or hr@co.aitkin.mn.us. Closes May 24, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. EOE.