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The Disability Examiner is responsible for learning and demonstrating competency with complex Social Security disability insurance program standards as applied to medical and vocational evidence. The Examiner will assist in developing disability claims with assistance and oversight from Trainers, Supervisors Mentors and Medical Consultant staff. The Examiner will receive case assignment reviews gradually increasing in number and complexity so as to assess the ability to analyze large volumes of evidence in electronic case folders during the probationary period. The Examiner will learn to access information electronically and use electronic case processing software.
Individuals selected for positions with the Michigan Disability Determination Service (DDS) will be required to pass a complete federal background investigation as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12). A suitability determination by the Social Security Administration is necessary to determine whether an employee can be issued credentials in order to have access to Social Security Disability data, records, and systems. Finalists must pass a preliminary check prior to a job offer being made. A full background investigation will follow. Further details will be provided during the interview process.
Position Description
Job Specification (Download PDF reader)
To be considered for this position you must:
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Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
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Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
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Attach a cover letter.
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Attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (Download PDF reader)Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with any major.
Experience
Disability Examiner 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Disability Examiner 10
One year of professional experience adjudicating, analyzing, and determining eligibility for disability claims equivalent to a Disability Examiner 9.
Disability Examiner P11
Two years of professional experience adjudicating, analyzing, and determining eligibility for disability claims equivalent to a Disability Examiner, including one year equivalent to a Disability Examiner 10.
Possession of a master's degree with a major in Rehabilitation Counseling, Guidance and Counseling, Special Education, Social Work, Psychology, Child Development, Sociology, Nursing, Physician Assistant, Pre-Medical Vocational Rehabilitation, Clinical Psychology, Health, Physical Therapy, Anatomy, or Bio-Physics may be substituted for six months of professional experience in the evaluation and/or adjudication of disability claims. Credit for a master's degree can be used only once during the progression of a position from the entry (9) level to the intermediate (10) level, from the intermediate (10) level to the experienced (P11) level, or from the experienced (P11) level to the senior (12) level.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The physical location of this position is Lansing, MI. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:
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A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
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A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
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Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
This position is open to all applicants but preference may be given to current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employees and MDHHS employees in lay-off status.
The Department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
Questions related to this position may be directed to Steve Mayer at
[email protected] or Kim Swan at
[email protected].
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