Citizen Assistance Specialist

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• 5 recent years with DCBS Protection and Permanency Child reputed company Services or Adult reputed company Services.
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• Strong technical review and research skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, as well as intense attention to detail.
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• Work effectively as part of a team and accept both peer and supervisor feedback.

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