Eligibility Lead
THIS IS A TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Position Summary:
Tidal Basin seeks a competent Eligibility Lead to join the team in the State of Alaska to assist in one or more programs that provide temporary housing for those impacted from Typhoon Halong. This position represents an exceptional opportunity to join an expert team to facilitate change and help make a lasting difference.
The objective of the Eligibility Lead is to supervise the Eligibility Unit for the Program, which may include Eligibility Supervisor(s) and Eligibility Specialist(s). The Eligibility teams are responsible for reviewing program applications and being the main point of contact for applicants as they progress through the recovery programs. The Eligibility Lead is responsible for managing the unit by maintaining the operations of the unit, meeting goals and objectives as assigned, complying with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements, and adhering to all contractual or prescribed stakeholder expectations or requirements.
The Eligibility Lead advises on issues identified by the Eligibility Specialists and will assist Eligibility Specialists in performing the following duties: review of intake forms and documentation to determine client’s eligibility for program benefits, recommendations for award, and finalizing agreements for execution. The Eligibility Lead will be responsible for identifying bottlenecks and deficiencies, coordinating with the Eligibility Staff, and identifying and implementing recommendations to reach resolutions. This is a production-based program, so clearing assigned caseloads through queues is an essential job function and success in the position will be evaluated accordingly.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide project management oversight and work effectively as part of a team to provide expert services. Specific duties may include:
- Provide program oversight and expert technical assistance on policies, principles, and standard operating procedures related to the Program.
- Manage project personnel in the eligibility unit with a strong emphasis on production.
- Devise solutions-oriented strategies that facilitate program growth and success.
- Develop management tools for program targeting and performance reporting.
- Maintain knowledge of state and federal regulations and guidance.
- Ensure absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and uphold data integrity policies.
- Ensures program service and procedure issues are resolved.
- Monitor and maintain the level of productivity within the units and manage the team of Eligibility Supervisors and/or Specialists.
- Ensure high-quality of service for applicants.
- Establish performance objectives and provide ongoing feedback.
- Write formal staff reports that are clear, concise, and easily understood.
- Present program/project ideas and coordinate with management and staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
- Demonstrated case management expertise.
- Ability to manage project budgets and create meaningful projections for strategic decision-making.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and pro-actively identify key steps to complete requested client outcomes.
- Excellent client relations and an understanding of local, state, and federal government structure.
- Experience working with grant programs.
Required Education and Experience:
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; AND,
- 4 to 6 years in case management, disaster case management, application processing, public assistance programs, grant-funded or government programs or related fields.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Experience managing a team of professionals.
- Experience with federally funded housing programs preferred.
Job Location: On-site, Anchorage, Alaska.
Job Description Disclaimer
This position description incorporates the job's core responsibilities. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Resonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the positoin. Upon hire, secondary employment and other employment restrictions must be disclosed and approved.
Tidal Basin Holdco, LLC, and it's subsidiaries and affiliated companies, are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.