Title: Disability Analyst (Trainee - Level 1) - #ARSD1140
State Role Title:
Hiring Range: Minimum starting salary at $42,000
Pay Band: 4
Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs
Location: Aging & Rehab Svcs
Agency Website: https://www.dars.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
To be considered for this position, you must complete your applications through PageUp and also complete the video interview portion of this interview process with HireVue through the link below. This is a two-step process. If you do not complete your state application in PageUp and/or you do not complete the video through HireVue, you will not be considered for employment.
https://ddsvirginia.hirevue.com/signup/LzmMF3W8UuALrNyN3BMrBb/
**We are seeking to fill multiple positions in the DDS Fairfax District Office (starting salary $52,500); Norfolk District Office (starting salary $42,000), Roanoke District Office (starting salary $42,000) and the Henrico/Richmond District Office (starting salary $42,000). **
** Upon completion of a probationary period, opportunities for some telework are available. **
The Disability Determination Services Division of the Virginia Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services provides accurate, timely, efficient and cost-effective evaluations of medical and vocational evidence related to claims filed by citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia for Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Insurance, and Medicaid benefits under the Social Security Act.
Minimum Qualifications
We are currently seeking applicants with experience in gathering, reviewing and analyzing large volumes of records, arriving at well supported written decisions or conclusions following established policies, procedures, or guidelines. After an onboarding training program, analysts maintain a caseload in a fast-paced office setting with quarterly and annual goals and are required to make on-going phone calls with claimants, attorneys, advocates, employers, medical providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Additional Considerations
The ideal candidate has an undergraduate college degree or equivalent training and education (including but not limited to certifications from community college, technical/vocational school, military training [E-4+], etc.). The ideal candidate has experience analyzing and interpreting complex policies, procedures, and regulations. Successful candidates are also able to demonstrate their ability to effectively communicate critical information in writing, provide excellent customer service, and work professionally and efficiently with diverse clientele in a production driven work environment.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
To be considered for this position, you must complete your applications through PageUp and also complete the video interview portion of this interview process with HireVue through the link below. This is a two step process. If you do not complete your state application in PageUp and/or you do not complete the video through HireVue, you will not be considered for employment.
This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will conduct an extensive fingerprint-based criminal history check and credentialing process on all final candidates. All job offers will be contingent upon the applicant successfully passing the required SSA background process.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.
Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: REcruitment
Phone: 804
Email: us
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.