Disability Analyst 2 with Collaborative Disability Determination Unit (CDDU)

Initial Posting Date:

08/20/2025

Application Deadline:

09/02/2025

Agency:

Department of Human Services

Salary Range:

$4,833 - $7,407

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Disability Analyst 2 with Collaborative Disability Determination Unit (CDDU)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Opportunity awaits! Are you passionate about public service and advocacy? Do you have analyst experience with disability determinations and policies? If so, apply today to join the ranks of disability analysts, where your analytical skills can drive meaningful change and advocate for a more equitable world.

Summary of Duties

This position is part of the Aging and People with Disabilities (APD) Program within Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS). APD’s vision is that Oregon’s older adults, people with disabilities and their families experience person-centered services, supports and early interventions that are innovative and help maintain independence, promote safety and well-being, honor choice, respect cultural preferences and uphold dignity. The services provided help people access the supports they need to live their best lives in the communities they choose and at every stage of life. To learn more about Aging and People with Disabilities, visit the Aging and People with Disabilities website.

As a Collaborative Disability Determination Unit Disability Analyst 2, you will:

• Determine eligibility for the State Family Pre Supplemental Security Income (SSI)/Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), General Assistance (GA), and Disability Benefit Liaison (DBL) programs by using criteria developed by the State of Oregon and Social Security Administration (SSA).

• Determine, using the Presumptive Medicaid Disability Determination Team’s (PMDDT) process, whether applicants meet the SSA’s disability criteria.

• Research, interpret, and apply complex technical procedures per the SSA Program, SSA laws, rules and regulations.

• Provide case development advice and direction; direct purchase of consultative medical examinations and advise staff on the preparation of statements and other written assessments to document claims.

• Prepare, in partnership with the individual customer, an application for Social Security or other benefits as appropriate, including writing and filing appeals and requests for reconsideration on all denied benefits, if appropriate.

• Order, obtain, analyze and evaluate medical, psychological, social, vocational, and other pertinent data as part of the eligibility determination process. 

• Consult with mental health specialists, Disability Determination Services specialists, vocational rehabilitation specialists, vocational nurses, and medical professionals to determine disability and make appropriate referrals for services.

• Review disability claims processed by other Disability Analysts to determine/redetermine eligibility with consideration of all the case information and the need to obtain additional supporting documentation.

• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with ODHS agency resources and other public and private agencies to assure coordination of services to mutual customers and appropriate referrals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience compiling and analyzing facts to determine eligibility requirements in compliance with program guidelines and regulations, two (2) of the three (3) years must include evaluating applicants for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income program benefits; AND

  • 1) A bachelor’s degree in medicine, psychology, nursing, pharmacy, rehabilitation counseling, vocational rehabilitation or a closely related field; OR

  • 2) Three (3) years of responsible pertinent experience which provided a knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, physical and mental impairments, how the impairments affect work performance and the treatment, prognosis and duration for physical and mental impairments (e.g., Military Corpsman, Nurse, Psychiatric Aide, Medical Assistant, Bodily Injury Claims Adjudication, Industrial Therapist, etc.).

• OR

• Six years of progressively related professional-level experience, training, and education that would typically lead to the required knowledge and skills. Two (2) of the six (6) years must include evaluating applicants for Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income program benefits.

Essential Attributes

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience with Social Security Administration (SSA) program adjudication.

• Experience with Medical and/or Mental Health terminology and records.

• Experience handling confidential or sensitive situations and information with unwavering professionalism, holding self and others to high standards of honesty and integrity.

• Experience interviewing individuals from diverse backgrounds to obtain information for a human or social services program.

Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required. Your cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field in the online application. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Please include detailed work and education history that includes the month/year start date and month/year end date for each role/job. Additional information and/or materials cannot be accepted after the application deadline. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process and will be used to determine your starting salary range.

Working Conditions

• This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. You will be required to work from the Salem office each week as part of the hybrid schedule.

• This position is fast paced with a high volume of public contact, detailed case record notation using computer technology and analytical skills. 

• Frequent in-person, electronic, and telephone contact with clients who may have severe physical and or mental impairments. You may interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and exhibit challenges in controlling their emotions.

• This position will require travel to ODHS branch offices as assigned and may require some overnight stays. 

• This position requires a flexible work schedule where hours of work may vary from day to day. 

Background Checks and Requirements

• If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.

• The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.

• Cost of Living Adjustments.

• Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).

• Amazing benefits package.

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Employment Preference

Veterans’ preference:

• Veterans’ preference information.

• How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

General Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).  

• This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.

• The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Contact Information

We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.

• The recruiter for this position is Alissa Walker. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number.

• Email: ALISSA.WALKER@odhs.oregon.gov

• Phone (call or text): 503-519-1807