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Social Welfare Examiner

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$39K - $46K/yr

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Clerk in Otsego County, one (1) of which must have been within the Department of Social Services. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either: * Graduation from ...

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Supervising Paralegal

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$51K - $60K/yr

Department of Social Services LAST DAY FOR FILING: July 22, 2026 EOE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE ... Three years permanent status as a Paralegal within an Otsego County department. MINIMUM ...

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Social Services Attorney

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$106K - $130K/yr

Department of Social Services LAST DAY FOR FILING: July 28, 2026 EOE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE ... the County Attorney. Direct supervision may be exercised over the work of support staff; does ...

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General Maintenance

Gaylord, MI

$17.61 - $20.37/hr

Under the supervision of the Transportation Manager, is responsible for general upkeep and maintenance of bus facility and vehicles used to support the transportation needs of Otsego County. Examples ...

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Civil Process/Court Security

Gaylord, MI

$19.41 - $24/hr

Description Under the supervision of the Sheriff, performs all necessary service of Civil Process, Subpoenas, Writ of Executions and perform Court Security for Otsego County Courts. Examples of ...

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Bus Driver

Gaylord, MI · On-site

$17.42/hr

Description Otsego County Bus System will sponsor new driver's tuition, testing cost and fees ... Considerable knowledge of county roads, reading maps, providing customer service while transporting ...

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Senior Motor Vehicle Clerk

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$40K - $48K/yr

Department of Motor Vehicle Last Date to File: July 29, 2026 EOE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE ... One (1) year permanent status as a Motor Vehicle Clerk in the Otsego County Motor Vehicle Bureau.

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Correction Officer

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$53K - $65K/yr

... department employees; good knowledge of the layout and location of security personnel post ... Incumbents in this position are required to reside within the County of Otsego or a contiguous ...

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Bus Aide

Gaylord, MI

$13.73/hr

Responsible for the safe transportation of special needs students/ passengers throughout Otsego County. Examples of Duties An employee in this position may be called upon to perform any or all of the ...

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Staff Social Worker

Oneonta, NY · On-site

$71K - $79K/yr

Incumbent provides social work services to patients of the Community Mental Health/Addiction ... Department of Education. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW ...

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Bus Mechanic

Gaylord, MI

$20.35 - $23.20/hr

Performs snow plowing around Otsego County Bus System with Tractor or pick-up truck 9.Performs ... Practical knowledge of heavy and light automotive mechanical equipment maintenance normally ...

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Supervising Social Worker

Oneonta, NY · On-site

$79K - $97K/yr

Addiction Recovery Services Supervising Social Worker EOE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS ... Coordinates care with other departments, agencies, community resources and providers. * Refers ...

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Family Services Specialist

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$28.63/hr

Department of Health LAST DAY FOR FILING: July 29, 2026 EOE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS ... Good knowledge of personal, social and emotional and health care problems and needs of children and ...

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Caseworker

Cooperstown, NY · On-site

$51K - $60K/yr

Department of Social Services EOE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : Work shall be performed under the close supervision of a supervising caseworker or director/assistant director, with in ...

Otsego County

Bus Dispatch/Driver

Gaylord, MI

$17.72 - $20.63/hr

Performs a Michigan Department of Transportation pre-inspection and required post- inspection of ... Considerable knowledge of county roads, reading maps, providing customer service while transporting ...

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Social Welfare Examiner

Social Welfare Examiner

Otsego County

Cooperstown, NY • On-site

$39K - $46K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Department of Social Services
Social Welfare Examiner
EOE

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: May perform any or a combination of assignments in connection with determining financial eligibility, categorical classification, continued financial eligibility and income maintenance depending on the size, organizational structure and work activity needs of the social service district.  The work involves the review and evaluation of applications and records and direct interviews with applicants.  Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-ranking Social Welfare Examiner, except in smallest agencies where work is supervised by a high-ranking administrator, may act as a lead worker and may oversee clerical staff.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
  • Reviews the certification form to determine that all statements are complete and consistent with every other item of information provided, where necessary for clarification or completion of certification form, asks applicant appropriate questions and makes necessary additions or corrections on the form.
  • Makes an evaluation of applicant’s financial eligibility for assistance may determine initial categorical eligibility, evaluates available resource details in relation to financial eligibility.
  • Prepares and computes budget for the applicant.
  • Advises applicant of the eligibility determination, the amount of assistance, and when the first grant can be expected.
  • Advises the applicant about the program under which they are eligible for assistance and any documentation or additional information, which is necessary for final program classification.
  • Recommends emergency grants as needed.
  • Makes re-determination of financial eligibility.
  • Explains the validation process to the applicant.
  • Advises the applicant about their duty to keep the agency informed of any change in status, which may affect their eligibility for assistance;
  • Informs applicants about the range of services in the agency, if mandatory, or requested by applicant or client, or need for services is indicated, refers applicant to social services section, or to other specialists such as resources, housing, employment, legal, medical, etc.
  • Makes referrals for full field investigation where presumption of fraud is indicated.
  • May require the use of a PC or similar computer equipment requiring the manipulation of a standard alphanumeric keyboard in preparing case files, etc.
  • Does related work as required.  

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of Federal, State and local rules, regulations and laws that govern applicant/recipient eligibility for social services financial assistance and employability requirements; Working knowledge of programs that relate to eligibility for social services programs such as Workers compensation, Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, etc.; Ability to operate a personal computer and all necessary functions; Ability to gather and analyze eligibility information in person, on line or via telephone and compare to eligibility criterion and make correct decisions regarding eligibility; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Good powers of observation and perception; Good judgment.

PROMOTIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Clerk in Otsego County, one (1) of which must have been within the Department of Social Services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:
  • Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered two-year college with an Associate’s Degree or higher, OR;
  • Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of full-time experience or its part-time equivalent examining, investigating or evaluating claims for assistance, veterans or unemployment benefits, insurance or a similar program operating under established criteria for eligibility, interviewing, collecting and compiling data, account keeping or related work, OR;
  •  Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and three (3) years of full time or its part-time equivalent clerical experience OR;
  •  An equivalent combination of training or experience as defined by the limits of (a), (b), or (c) above.
 
 Applicants may be required to undergo a Local, State, and/or national criminal history background investigation, which will include a fingerprint check, to determine suitability for appointment.  Failure to meet the standards for the background investigation may result in disqualification.
 
NOTE: If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm . You must pay the required evaluation fee.
 
CLASSIFICATION:  Competitive