Salary: $30,273.00 - $51,585.00 Annually
Location : Berkeley County, WV
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: R1BJMFA2622 PSA
Department: HUMAN SERVICES - BFA - Region 1 - Berkeley/Jefferson/Morgan
Opening Date: 02/12/2026
Closing Date: 2/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
LOCATION OF VACANCY: BERKELEY
JEFFERSON
MORGAN
Nature of Work
Economic Services Trainee:
Under close supervision, perform in a training role learning the methods of processing benefit applications. Determine eligibility for, and manage, a caseload for economic assistance including, but not limited to SNAP, various Medicaid programs, Emergency Assistance/LIEAP, and School Clothing Vouchers. Learn to adeptly use department software to administer to a demanding caseload. Comprehend and adhere to complex policy regarding eligibility and issuance of benefits. Learn to conduct interviews with clients. Train how to analyze financial and social information. May obtain repayment for economic assistance issued erroneously. Perform related work as required.
This is an alternate posting to ESW R1BJMFA2621PSA
Mandatory overtime may be required for this position.
Berkeley Jefferson Morgan counties
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: High school diploma or the equivalent.
Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience providing direct client services such as interviewing clients, customers or the public and evaluating the data against established standards and guidelines OR two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience performing customer service, telemarketing, retail or clerical work.
Substitution: Successful completion of coursework at a regionally accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience at the rate of one (1) year experience for every thirty (30) credit hours of education.
Special Requirement: A valid driver's license may be required
Other Information
Probationary period 1 year per SPB 2778-A
State employment offers a variety of benefits.