Title: Assistant Statistical Analyst, Quality Control Division, P0004

State Role Title: Policy Planning Spec I

Hiring Range: up to $35.00/hour, commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location: DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: dss.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency – one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia – partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

This is an hourly/wage position and does not include the Commonwealth of Virginia’s state benefits package. This position is limited to no more than 1500 hours in a 12-month period and averages no more than 29 hours a week.

About the Position:

The Assistant Statistical Analyst serves as a back-up to the Statistical Analysts and ensures that audits of Local Department of Social Services (LDSS) cases in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid (MC) Program, and other designated benefit programs are entered and transmitted accurately and timely according to federal mandates and state guidelines. The analyst’s responsibilities are essential in preventing the imposition of federal fiscal sanctions the citation of state audit exceptions by capturing, transmitting, and reporting federally mandated audit results. The information provides a systematic method of measuring Virginia’s active and negative case action error and payment rate performance in the SNAP and MC. This is accomplished by generating, transmitting, and publishing error rate data reflected in a variety of reports, charts, and graphs and is used to determine Virginia's official SNAP Payment Error Rate. Provides direct support to the QC Associate Director, Statistical Analyst, and all QC staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have demonstrated:

• Advanced experience with and demonstrated knowledge of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Medicaid policies and procedures and working knowledge of Quality Control Programs.
• Relevant knowledge of and or experience in social sciences or related fields; an equivalent amount of related work experience.
• A high degree of computer skills including automated and electronic copying and scanning devices and a valid driver’s license are essential.
• Must possess a high degree of analyzing data and creating report skills.
• Considerable knowledge of software and database apps including WORD, Power Point, VaCMS, SPIDeR, MMIS, ADOBE/PRO and extensive experience with electronic files and formatting of the same. Advanced Access, Excel, Crystal, Adobe, and DMIS systems.
• Experience with analytical skills in a multi-deadline environment.
• High level of interpersonal skills to elicit understanding.
• Collaborating with unit to complete assignments.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Successfully adapt to change in operations and priorities.

Additional Considerations

N/A

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 submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

VDSS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Selected candidate may be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

This position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration will be in accordance with the Commonwealth’s Teleworking policy on a case-by-case basis.

VDSS values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such, Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process.

Virginia Department of Social Services does not provide sponsorship.

The Virginia Department of Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply.

For more information about our employment practices, please visit our “Vision, Mission and Strategic Plan”. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.

Contact Information

Name: VDSS – Division of Human Resources

Phone: dssrecruitment@dss.virginia.gov

Email: dssrecruitment@dss.virginia.gov

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.