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Public Benefits Specialist

Portland | DHS | Webster Street, US💼 Full-time💰 $54,228–$54,228🗓 2026-09-29 → 2026-09-30

Core

Assist Oregonians in-person with eligibility determinations, redeterminations, and periodic reviews for state health, human services, and early learning programs.

Role type

Public Benefits Specialist

Builds

Eligibility decisions and resource connections for state benefit programs

Domain

Public sector / Human Services

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Policy interpretation, client interviewing, needs assessment, narrative reporting, record maintenance, problem resolution

Preferred skills

Experience with Human Services Specialist 1 level, experience with public assistance programs

Responsibilities

Perform eligibility determinations and updates for ODHS, OHA, and DELC programs; Interview applicants to assess service needs; Connect families to resources; Update narrative reports with client and collateral information

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC

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