Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00300

Department: Department of Health and Human Services

Division: HHS 60 Office of Eligibility and Support Services

Job classification: Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist III

Posting type: Internal/External Applicants

Categories: Administration, Community Services, Health Services, Public Health, Social Services, Professional, Paraprofessional, Human Services, Community Development, Customer Service, Health Sciences, Business, Communications, Community and Social Services, Health Care Support, Office and Administrative Support, Database Administration

Please note The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $75,666 to $110,875, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist III

Office of Eligibility and Support Services (OESS)

WHO WE ARE

Montgomery County is located adjacent to Washington, D.C., and with over one million residents, is the most populous County in the State of Maryland. The County is also the most diverse County in the State and ranks among the top ten most diverse Counties in the nation. Montgomery County contains many major U.S. government offices, scientific research and learning centers, and business campuses.

The Department of Health and Human Services, HHS,is responsible for delivery of the County’s public health and human services that meets the needs of our community’s most vulnerable children, adults and seniors. The Department provides services through more than 120 programs at more than 20 locations. With over 2,000 employees, the Department of Health and Human Services is the largest County Department.

As a department, we believe the health and wellness of the county can only be achieved by ensuring that every resident has fair opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This means access to quality housing, transportation, education, employment, health care, human services, safe neighborhoods, and healthy food. HHS provides critical services for residents who face a variety of obstacles in achieving their full potential. HHS plays an essential role in building a healthy and strong community.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Office of Eligibility and Support Services (OESS) is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic professional to join our team as a Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist III to help us achieve our mission. OESS serves as the point of entry for federal, State, and County health programs targeted to residents of Montgomery County who are uninsured and have limited incomes. The OESS offices confirm eligibility for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Disability Assistance Program (TDAP), Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), Medicaid, Care for Kids, and Dental Services We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports your professional growth and success.

Examples of duties

The Government Assistance Eligibility Specialist III (GAES III) serves as a lead worker within the Training, Policy, and Appeals Unit and provides advanced support, guidance, and subject matter expertise to staff across the Office of Eligibility and Support Services. This position plays a key role in ensuring program accuracy, staff development, and compliance with State and Federal regulations. The GAES III represents the agency in administrative appeals, provides onsite and remote training for new hires and existing staff, interprets policy, and supports continuous improvement through consistent application of program rules and high-quality instructional assistance.

Key responsibilities of this position will include, but will not be limited to:

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a journey-level specialist in the program area(s) to which assigned, or two (2) years of equivalent work experience.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Supplemental information

Preferred Criteria:

The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevance of training, and experience in the following areas: