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Social Insurance Specialist (Claims Technical Expert) (ICTAP) (TEMP)

Social Security Administration · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Salary
$89,508–$135,657/year
Grade
12
Work location
Telework eligible (US)
Schedule
Up to 40 hours per week
Posted
Aug 17, 2026
Apply by
Aug 21, 2026
Category
Social Insurance Administration

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Summary

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles only in the commuting area of the selected duty location. LOCATION: This position is located in various offices within the Social Security Administration. TOUR OF DUTY: Multiple work schedules (up to 40 hours) | Alternate work schedules may be available. TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary, NTE 1 year; may be extended, will not become permanent.

Duties

SSA's Claims Technical Expert (CTE) is responsible for developing and adjudicating the most complex, non-routine Title II and/or Title XVI cases and on public fraud issues in specific claims and post-entitlement cases. The incumbent provides a lead role in technical training and mentoring other employees.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at this grade level.

How you will be evaluated

The evaluation you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire, which is designed to capture the desired competencies for this position. The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are necessary to perform the duties of the position: Knowledge of SSA programs, laws, rules, regulations, and programmatic systems Ability to analyze, research, and evaluate to draw accurate conclusions Ability to manage multiple priorities Ability to communicate orally Ability to communicate in writing Ability to train, coach, mentor and lead others Please make sure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation. The questionnaire takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. To preview the questions, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13039262

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