Job Posting Title
Unemployment Insurance Claims Specialist
Agency
290 EMPLOYMENT SECURITY COMMISSION
Supervisory Organization
Vacant 1
Job Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Annual Salary - $40,948.00 - $45,423.79 (based on education and experience)
Job Description
If applicable, please upload a copy of your two most recent performance reviews along with your resume.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer at the time of application. The agency is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
Job Type/Salary/Location
Full-time
Salary: $40,948.00 - $45,423.79 annual (based on education and experience)
Primary Working Hours: M-F; 8:00am – 5:00pm
Location: Tulsa, OK
Supervisory: Not applicable
Benefits
The State of Oklahoma offers a comprehensive Benefits Packet , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
Position Summary of Responsibilities
Assist customers with unemployment-insurance (UI) program needs in an inbound call center environment in a timely fashion.
Assist customers with re-employment program needs in an inbound call center environment in a timely fashion.
Assist business customers with the UI program and any employer-service needs in an inbound call center environment in a timely fashion.
Perform various clerical duties and/or support activities working in conjunction with other agency staff and departments towards the Employer Services / UI Services / Re-Employment Services processes.
Maintain the required safety and security protocols associated with the responsibilities mentioned above.
Support and train UI functions in the American Job Center
Position Essential Functions
Conduct interactions with stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner.
Respond to inbound inquiries regarding Unemployment Insurance.
Conduct interviews with various parties and document information received to support the administration of the Unemployment Insurance program.
Provide general information about the Unemployment Insurance and Re-employment processes.
Perform various tasks to assist stakeholders with the resolution of problems or concerns related to existing Unemployment Insurance claims, to include but not limited to monetary eligibility, payments, and the filing of appeals.
Evaluate evidence and testimony for the purpose of adjudicating Unemployment Insurance claims in accordance with applicable statutes and rules.
Attend meetings and training as required.
Coordinate with other agency departments as needed including but not limited to: Employer Compliance – Resolution of disputes related to in-state wages reported. Benefit Payment Control – Resolution of potential issues related to identity verification, reported earnings, or new hire investigations. Benefits Administration – Resolution of issues related to child support, alien verification, or federal, military, and out of state wage requests.
On-site attendance is an essential function of the position, as the role requires direct interaction with staff, clients, and on-site office resources.
Valued Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Knowledge of - spelling, punctuation, and business English; business mathematics; modern office methods and procedures; maintenance of records related to assigned programs.
Skills and Competencies – excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to – maintain professional telephone etiquette; work with difficult customers; work alone; work with others as a contributing team member; multi-task; understand the major policies and procedures governing assigned programs; maintain effective working relationships with…