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UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION CLAIMS EXAMINER
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Job ID
33209
Location
4058 Minnesota Avenue, NE
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Date Opened
09/04/2026
Date Closed
09/14/2026
Minimum Rate
$62,158.00
Maximum Rate
$80,032.00
Target Openings
2
Available Openings
2
Area of Consideration
Open to Public
Agency
Dept of Employment Services
Grade
09
Bargaining Unit
C1
Type of Appointment
Career Service - Term Appt
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Job summary
This position is located in the Office of Unemployment Compensation, Department of Employment Services (DOES) and will support the Non-Separations Unit and the American Job Centers. The position provides for the collection and analysis of necessary data to assess the effectiveness of key program areas within the Unemployment Compensation Program and to recommend corrective action for the programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reviews, examines, investigates, develops, and adjudicates the full range of unemployment claims to verify the work performed by other claims examiners, to assess the errors found in writing and recommend ways to avoid such errors. Refers cases as authorized to the appropriate office for final adjudication and/or judicial review. Interviews and assists individuals regarding erroneous claims against the District of Columbia and other jurisdictions; makes a determination concerning the claimant''s eligibility and entitlement to the benefits or disqualifications, when necessary.
Determines that all statutory requirements, (i.e. attachment to the labor market, able and available to work, attending school, receiving pension, retirement and/or annuity, etc.) relating to eligibility and entitlement for benefits have been met. Determines the highest benefits rate to which the claimant is entitled by applying the various alternatives provided in the basic law and subsequent amendments of the District of Columbia Unemployment Compensation Act. Responds to general information inquiries on Unemployment Insurance utilizing thorough and complete knowledge of technical provisions pertaining to eligibility, disqualifications and benefit payments under the District of Columbia Unemployment Compensation Act.
Qualifications and Education
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.
Licensures, Certifications and other requirements
None
Work Conditions/Environment
The work is performed in a normal office setting.
Other Significant Facts
Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 5:00 pm or Varies
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
Duration of Appointment: Career Service - Term, NTE 13 Months
Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-991-09
Salary: $62,158- $80,032; Based on qualifications and funding
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is covered by AFGE Local 1000 Collective Bargaining Unit.
Position Designation: This position has been designated as Security sensitive therefore the incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability and as such, incumbents of this position shall be subject to criminal background checks, background investigations, and mandatory drug and alcohol testing, as applicable.
Residency Preference:Applicants claiming "Residency Preference" will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years from the date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year (7-year) period will result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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