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The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED’s mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.

Disability Examiner

Salary

$52,805 - $76,650

Description

*The successful candidate may be eligible for a $5,000.00 hiring incentive*

As a Disability Examiner, you will evaluate disability claims to enhance the quality of life for Minnesotans with disabilities who apply for Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits. This role involves investigating and making decisions on initial claims under Title II and Title XVI of the Social Security Act, requiring the interpretation of complex regulations and policies. You will also independently manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining high standards for quality, production, and timeliness.

Duties include:

  • Obtain medical and vocational documentation via mail, phone, and computer systems.
  • Interact professionally with clients, third parties, medical record departments, coworkers, and consultants.
  • Summarize and analyze medical records, resolving conflicts and preparing detailed reports.
  • Review medical assessments and vocational documentation to make final disability determinations.

Training:

  • Mandatory 12-Week Training: Includes set hours (7:30 a.m.to 4:00 p.m.). Attendance is mandatory for all portions.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Training topics include medical terminology, vocational assessments, disease processes, functional limitations, and Social Security laws and policies.

What We Look For

  • Friendly: Comfortable with frequent phone communication with a variety of clients.
  • Compassionate: Listen attentively to questions and provide clear, policy-compliant answers.
  • Professional: Maintain a positive, professional demeanor during challenging situations.
  • Reliable: Attend work consistently and adapt to frequent policy changes.
  • Focused: Proficient in using a computer with dual monitors for extended periods.

Advancement Opportunities

  • Eligible for promotion within one year of satisfactory performance.

This position is telework eligible after twelve (12) weeks of training and is occasionally required to be on-site at the St. Paul office. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

Hiring Incentive: The successful incumbent of this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $5,000 paid out in two (2) lump sums following the completion of the required probationary period and following two (2) years of successful service in the role.

Please note that first contact with selected candidates will be by email from MNDDSCareer@ssa.gov or the Human Resources Team, please check your email regularly.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Contact

Name: Amina Hindi
Email: amina.hindi@state.mn.us





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