Summary
This entry-level student job involves working as the primary contact for a fraud reporting hotline in Michigan's health and human services department, where you'll answer calls, screen complaints about welfare fraud, and route them to the right teams or enter them into a system.
It's a supervised role focused on clear communication and basic data handling.
A good fit would be a reliable student who is currently in school, has strong listening skills, and is comfortable dealing with sensitive public inquiries.
Full Job Description
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient.
We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness.
For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
This Student Assistant position, under direct supervision, serves as the main point of contact for the Office of Inspector General Fraud Hotline. Responsibilities include answering, screening, and directing all calls made to the Fraud Hotline appropriately. This position gathers information from callers regarding beneficiary welfare fraud complaints and directs the complaints to the appropriate specialized OIG unit or enters them into the Michigan Inspector General System for processing.
Position DescriptionJob SpecificationTo be considered for this position you must:- apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- document relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions in your cover letter, resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- attach a one-page resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- attach a one-page cover letter.
If applicable, 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.
Please review Civil Service's guidelines regarding Official Transcripts: Official Transcripts (michigan.gov).
Failure to complete any of the above may result in your application being screened out as incomplete. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions
Requirements
Education
Current enrollment in high school, vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.
Experience
No specific type or amount is required.
Additional Information
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.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
Work hour/schedule expectation: 20 hours per week
Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position will be based on the county of the selected candidate. 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:
- A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
- A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
- Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.
Due to the nature of this position, an additional extensive background check
will be conducted on candidates being considered for the vacancy.
The Department of Health and Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For information about the specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.
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