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The Unemployment Determination Specialist functions as the state expert for screening determinations and filing appeals for our clients. This position acts as a liaison between our customers and state unemployment agencies and is responsible for analyzing and responding to unemployment-related documents within pre-determined time limits.
What you will do
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Receive and prioritize claim determinations and other unemployment related data.
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Analyze individual case information by reviewing data accessed through the PC, from documented telephone calls or document images, to determine if the facts warrant an appeal.
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Using the details regarding an employee’s separation provided by the client, interpret and apply state laws and regulations in response to unemployment documents.
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File written appeals to a state agency with all pertinent details within the time frame allowed by the state or departmental procedures.
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Initiate timely telephone calls, faxes or emails to customers, completed by co-workers, to obtain, document or pass along needed information.
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Works as a team with our Unemployment Insurance Consultants to ensure accurate and necessary information retrieved from customers is documented clearly and thoroughly into our database.
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Ensures that work is accurate and complete, processed in a timely manner with proper details, spelling and grammar.
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Investigates and resolves state agency concerns with supervisor, other departments and/or State Relationship Managers in a timely manner.
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Performs any additional functions needed to meet the goals of the department.
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Overtime may be required in order to meet state deadlines.
What experience you need
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Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two years customer service related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Previous office experience with an emphasis on organization of work duties and performing job functions independently
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Experience dealing with dated material and/or strict adherence to guidelines
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2-3 weeks of immediate, mandatory and uninterrupted training are required upon hire
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office PC applications including Word and Excel, as well as exposure to G-Suite tools such as Gmail, Google Calendar and Google Chat
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Ability to type 35 WPM
What could set you apart
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Previous experience with Unemployment Insurance and the Unemployment Claims process
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Excellent analytical skills, problem solving and decision making abilities
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Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
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Ability to handle a high volume of work and work under deadlines
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Ability to follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time
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Self-motivated with high level of initiative
We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.
Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
Who is Equifax?
At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence.
We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best.
Equifax is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.