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UI Program Associate 1 (Admin Support 3)

Job Code: GSS082

Pay Grade: E

The Georgia Department of Labor is currently seeking applications to fill theUI Program Associate 1positions in the UI Appeals Department.

The positions are located at 148 Andrew Young International Blvd. NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303.

JOB SUMMARY

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is transforming into a forward-thinking, future-focused, and resilient organization - one that anticipates change and leads with purpose. As part of this transformation, we are building a more connected and collaborative organization where information flows quickly, awareness is shared, and teams seamlessly work together.This modern, adaptive approach strengthens our ability to respond to emerging needs, serve the public more effectively, and create meaningful impact. Join us and be part of GDOL's mission-driven team shaping the future.

The UI Program Associate 1 performs a variety of administrative support functions related to the hearing and the disposition of contested U.I. cases adjudicated by the Tribunal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the processing of appeal requests.
• Processes and responds to postponement requests.
• Advises parties of hearing delays, postponements and continuances.
• Reviews, processes and handles incoming and outgoing mail.
• Assists with the creation of hearing files and ensures all files and appeal records are up to date with accurate information.
• Adds information/documentation to hearing files.
• Ensures Tribunal records are updated with proper notes and entries.
• Ensures the Tribunal and Administrative Hearing Officers are up to date on the status of assigned cases and hearing files.
• Responds to telephone calls and customers inquires.
• Data entry/maintenance.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Must be well organized
• Possess excellent computer and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in business, business communications, paralegal studies or liberal arts from an accredited college or university.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

The State of Georgia and Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefit program with wide variety of available choices:

• Retirement and Savings Plans
• Health Insurance (multiple plans)
• Flexible / Voluntary Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • Disability
  • Long Term Care
  • Legal
• Paid Time Off
  • 13 Holidays
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Other Leave, including Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Purchasing Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In addition to a competitive salary, the Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and child care spending account.

The Georgia Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

Because of the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date, once a suitable applicant pool is identified.

Please complete the application in its entirety. Your attached resume does not replace an incomplete work experience submission.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.