Experienced Financial Assistance Specialist II; FAS II

Overview

Experienced Financial Assistance Specialist II; FAS II Jobs in Hastings, USA at Dakota County

Position: Experienced Financial Assistance Specialist II (FAS II)

• Posting Type:
  Open Competitive
• Department:
  Employment & Economic Assistance
• Hours:

  Full-Time (40 hours per week)

• Preferred Hiring Range: $58,606 – $73,257 annually
• Full Salary Range: $58,606 – $91,571 annually (Grade 106)
• Location:

  West St. Paul

• Continuous posting; first review of candidates on Tuesday, April 14, 2026
• Note:

  This posting is limited to applicants who have at least 24 months of recent experience determining eligibility for public assistance benefits in Minnesota, or who have been out of the position for no more than 6 months but previously held at least 2 years of such experience. This posting will be used to fill multiple positions.

What you will do

In this position, you will evaluate Dakota County residents’ basic needs and health and wellbeing by assessing clients’ economic, social, and health-related issues in order to accurately determine public assistance program eligibility. You will work with health care programs in METs or MAXIS. Knowledge of other public assistance programs, including Medicaid/MNsure, is welcome. Positions are also open for programs such as SNAP, MFIP, GA/MSA, Child Care, and Emergency Assistance.

Examples

of Some Work Performed

• Determine eligibility for multiple public assistance programs, complete interviews, and review and verify information received from multiple sources.
• Review household information periodically to ensure accurate ongoing eligibility.
• Communicate program rules and requirements, benefit levels, expectations, and timelines to customers.
• Calculate benefit amounts per county, state, and federal program guidelines.
• Data entry into multiple state and county computer systems.
• Provide case management on individual or team caseload.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Associate’s degree in Public Financial Worker Program and two years’ experience working with the public.
• Associate’s degree or completion of at least 90 quarter credits and two years’ experience working with the public.
• High school graduate or equivalent (G.E.D.) and four or more years’ experience in a closely related position such as Public Financial Worker, Child Support Specialist, or Program Associate/Case Aid.
• Proficiency at keyboard skills, including typing at least 35 WPM.
• Must successfully complete a background check and meet criminal history background criteria required to access certain networks/systems necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interview resident clients to assess their needs, gather information, and determine appropriate governmental or community resources.
• Counsel and advise residents on viable life options and promote self‑sufficiency.
• Assess clients’ economic, social, and health-related issues; provide services by determining financial assistance program eligibility.
• Coordinate services by collaborating with staff and external service providers.
• Reassess clients’ needs and eligibility criteria to determine continued program eligibility and ensure well‑being as required.
• Represent the agency in legal settings and interview clients and their legal representatives.
• Represent the agency in internal and external work groups and advisory committees; document and prepare presentations.
• Provide training on programs, work methods, and procedures to other agency staff.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of computer software and information systems.
• Knowledge of investigative interviewing techniques, including de‑escalation approaches.
• Knowledge of psychology, mental and physical illness, developmental disabilities, adult, and child protection criteria.
• Knowledge of real and personal property, estate and ownership laws, and their relationship to public assistance program eligibility.
• High level of analytical skills.
• Considerable ability to work effectively with the public, department, and county associates in a professional manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work under stress and use discretion in making decisions.

Title: Experienced Financial Assistance Specialist II; FAS II

Company: Dakota County

Location: Hastings, USA

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