Unemployment Insurance Specialist 1 (SAW/SEAP Agent) Job at State of Washington Employment Security Department
State of Washington Employment Security Department Washington State
The Washington State Employment Security Department has a great opportunity for multiple Unemployment Insurance Specialist 1 (SAW Agents) to join the Fraud Management Team. Our Fraud Management division, Office of Special Investigations (OSI) unit protects the integrity of the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund and program data by preventing and detecting loss due to fraud or malfeasance. OSI also performs new hire fraud checks for ESD managers, and partners with other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.
Please note: This is a non-permanent position anticipated to last up to 6 months.
Some of what you will do:
- Provide telephone assistance to the customer and help them access UI information and agency resources through our electronic portal.
- Answer basic questions with respect to what information is available via the on-line system, how to access the information, and how to file a claim.
- Provide direction for use and navigation of the online portal.
- Submit Remedy (trouble) tickets to the Technical Support Team when technical issues are occurring within the system.
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Four (4) years' experience providing customer service such as assistance to clients and/or customers regarding inquiries, complaints, or problems.
OR
A Bachelor's Degree in social science, business/public administration, or a related field.
OR A combination of education and/or relevant experience.
Education to Experience Equivalences:
Desired:
Additional Requirements of Employment:
- Internet service with speeds of 30mbps download and 2MB upload. To test your internet speed please go to www.speedtest.net.
- Must be able to pass an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Claim & Benefit Information Review.
- Per Gov. Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1, employees, and volunteers of the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. A person is considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine series. As a condition of employment, ESD employees and volunteers are required to provide proof of vaccination before starting work. A medical or religious exemption may be requested for accommodation.
Please submit your Cover Letter, and Resume with your Online Application through the "Add Attachments" field. A resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields, or supplemental question responses with comments such as "see attachments" may be considered incomplete.
Our agency's mission and values drive every decision that we make, determine how we interact with others and are at the core of who we are. We value Collaboration, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Innovation, and Integrity, Investing in our people and Service with kindness. We understand that a work environment that respects your work/life balance is key, that's why many of our positions are eligible for flexible work schedules and teleworking opportunities. Through support, value and trust our employees are empowered to grow and develop into their best self.
Opportunity for All
The Employment Security Department is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people over 40 years of age, people with religious beliefs, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
If you are a person needing assistance in the application process, if you need this job announcement in an alternate format, or if you have general questions about this opportunity, please contact Katie Swanson or the Talent Acquisition Team, or Washington Relay Service 711. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please contact careershelp@des.wa.gov or (360) 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960.
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