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Description DSHS FTAA Revenue Agent 1 Department of Social and Health Services Office of Financial Recovery is seeking a Revenue Agent 1 to join the team in Olympia, WA. This role performs entry-level recovery enforcement duties within delegated and administrative authority for the Department of Social and Health Services. This position performs case management duties within a highly sensitive caseload, has daily contact with attorneys and is experienced in enforcement of real-estate laws/activities relating to Estate Recovery.

This position is hybrid, and the successful candidate must be able to work from home. All OFR staff are required to work onsite in Olympia one day per week for mandatory training, required meetings, and other in-person needs as assigned. The initial training period will take place in the office for a minimum of two (2) months and may be extended to ensure the employee gains a solid understanding of the position's essential duties.

Some of what you'll do: Responsible for assigned case management, including skip tracing estate assets utilizing available resources (ACES, DMS, internet, etc.) to ascertain an estate value. Determine estate liability by confirming estate meets statutory requirements for an estate recovery debt. Authorize release of Resident Personal Funds (RPF) in compliance with RCW

Identify and commit funds referred to OFR from Nursing homes. Complete cursory asset investigation. Investigate internal/external databases to determine if benefits were paid on decedent's behalf.

Research and confirm real property date, sales, transfers, and degree of ownership needed to initiate and file property specific liens that secure the Departments interest. Other duties as assigned to meet Estate Recovery goals. What we're looking for: Knowledge of investigative skills to identify sources, gather and document facts, evaluate information, and draw conclusions.

Ability to independently manage workloads and perform quality case management. This role requires empathetic customer service abilities and the skill to provide calm, respectful support to people navigating difficult or emotional situations, such as the recent loss of a family member. Who should apply.

Professionals with a bachelor's degree involving major study in business administration, accounting, police science, public administration, economics, law, criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or closely related field. Or Two years of experience as a Tax Service Representative or Excise Tax Assistant. Note: Experience in the collection of civil debt, law enforcement, personal or corporate finance, adjustment of claims or investigations involving background, business practices, or fraud will be substituted, year for year, for education.

Interested. With your application, please include the following: Resume Questions. Please contact saleen.hernandez@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 04894

The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Supplemental Information Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810.

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