We're Looking for a skilled Social Insurance Specialist Claims Specialist Blngl in the Social Security Administration based in Perrine, Florida. Read through the job description to see if it matches your current experience.

The Successful Applicant

Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience at the next lower grade level or equivalent which is in or related to the work of the position to be filled and has equipped applicant with the particular knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. GS5: Three years of general experience one year which was equivalent to the GS4 that demonstrates the ability to 1) analyze problems to identify significant factors gather pertinent data and recognize solutions 2) plan and organize work and 3) communicate effectively orally and in writing. Examples of general experience include providing information and assistance to the general public analyzing explaining applying or interpreting laws rules regulation or policies. GS7: Fiftytwo weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the GS5 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include assisting individuals in filing applications for financial assistance unemployment Veterans benefits insurance benefits health benefits and/or social service programs developing processing or authorizing claims explaining benefit related programs to the general public and providing information through the media or evaluating benefit program policies procedures and guidelines. GS9: Fiftytwo weeks of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS7 level. Examples of specialized experience include assisting individuals in establishing their entitlement to receive benefits adjudicating or investigating claims or evaluating benefit programs to assess the integrity and quality of operations. GS11: Fiftytwo weeks of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS9 level. Examples of specialized experience include developing examining investigating or authorizing of claims under a program for SSA benefits health insurance pension plan income maintenance or related programs. Applicants must also meet the following Selective Placement Factor(s) to qualify for this position: Meet and deal ability is required. Candidates who are in/have held positions requiring meetanddeal certification do NOT have to submit documentation when applying for this position. Click here to view a list of positions that meet this requirement. By the closing date of the announcement candidates who have not occupied SSA positions for which meetanddeal ability is required as a selective placement factor MUST upload a completed Certification of Meet and Deal Ability form. If you do not submit the form by the closing date of the announcement you will be disqualified for the position. If you do not already have this documentation contact your supervisor or manager. Bilingual Ability in Spanish and English is required. By the closing date of the announcement you must submit the HRC53 Bilingual Certification Form for the language being announced electronically along with your application certifying that you have passed this selective placement factor. If you do not submit the form by the closing date of the announcement you will be disqualified for this position. If you do not have a completed Bilingual Certification Form contact your supervisor or manager. If you are currently in or have previously held a bilingual position for the language being announced you do not have to be recertified and you are not required to resubmit the certification form. However you must include a statement on your SSA45 that identifies the position as bilingual. If selected candidates will be required to sign a Bilingual Appointment Agreement Form. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. GS5: Applicants for promotion must not have held a position lower than GS3 within the preceding 52 weeks. GS7: Applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks at the GS5 or higher. GS9: Applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks at the GS7 or higher. GS11: Applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks at the GS9 or higher. Time in grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

What’s on Offer

The role offers excellent opportunities for top performers to further develop their competencies as a social worker and improving the lives of people.