Disability Claims Analyst

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Job ID: 35337
Agency: Department of Human Services- Disability Determination Services
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Salary: $24.41-28.72 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: H
Closing Date: 4/21/26

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Human Services - Disability Determination Services. For more information on the Department of Human Services, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en .

About DHS:

The South Dakota Department of Human Services encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person-centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

Our Benefits Include:

• 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave;
• 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave;
• 11 Paid Holidays;
• Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage;
• Flexible Benefits – Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more;
• Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave;
• 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan;
• Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities;
• Employee Wellness Program;
• Continued Education/Training Opportunities.

Job Summary:

The Disability Claims Analyst determines medical eligibility on initial, reconsideration, child, and complex priority claims for the Social Security Administration (SSA) disability program by receiving applications, interviewing claimants, obtaining and reviewing medical and vocational information, and preparing reports. Incumbents will complete a training and mentorship program to develop knowledge and proficiency in order to determine medical eligibility for all claim types.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Knowledge

• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations of the Social Security disability program;
• Disability adjudication policies and procedures• Effective interviewing techniques, information collection, and analysis;
  
• Concepts related to client rights, confidentiality, and professional ethics;
• Medical, psychiatric, psychological, vocational, and legal issues relating to disability;
• Medical and psychological terminology• Impairments, diseases, treatments, and patient response;
  
• Functional limitations of physiological and psychological impairments;
• Vocational aspects of disability criteria.

Skills

• Investigate, analyze, and extract critical information;
• Identify problems effectively;
• Stay organized and manage multiple priorities;
• Communicate clearly and concisely;
• Make decisions while maintaining a high level of production, accuracy, and timeliness;
• Utilize multiple computer software applications and data systems proficiently;
• Review medical and other types of records;
• Critically analyze large amounts of information and write reports and medical functional assessments;
• Provide exemplary customer service;
• Apply analytical thinking and deductive reasoning to make accurate disability determinations.

Abilities

• Coach and mentor coworkers;
• Work with others with sensitivity, tact, and professionalism;
• Comprehend and apply new information appropriately within the adjudication process;
• Accept direction and constructive criticism;
• Work independently and as part of a team to reach common goals;
• Maintain an optimistic demeanor that reflects agency culture.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3RL
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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