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Jennifer Alcala

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Program operations specialist at Missouri Department of Social Services improving case reviews, quality assurance, and SNAP policy implementation.

United States
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At Missouri Department of Social Services, I develop case-review processes across Child Care, Temporary Assistance, and SNAP to identify processing gaps and service-quality concerns. I analyze review data and turn findings into recommendations, training resources, and process improvements.

In Continuous Case Improvement, I coordinate a remote team of Case Analysts and prepare reports for state leadership and federal partners. I also use AI tools to support research, organize information, and improve administrative and data-informed workflows.

Previously, in SNAP Policy, I researched state and federal requirements, coordinated policy and system updates, and performed systems testing. I developed training materials and delivered presentations to Benefit Program Technicians.

Earlier roles in quality assurance, benefit services, and legal and administrative support included reviewing eligibility records, preparing findings reports, supervising office support employees, and conducting formal performance evaluations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Program Specialist

Missouri Department of Social Services

Aug 2021 - Present (5 years 3 months)

Develop and implement case-review processes across Child Care, Temporary Assistance, and SNAP programs to identify processing gaps, quality concerns, and opportunities for improvement. Coordinate a remote team of Case Analysts and compile findings for state leadership and federal partners.

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Case Analyst

Missouri Department of Social Services

Jun 2017 - Mar 2019 (1 year 9 months)

Reviewed case records for adherence to federal and state policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements. Analyzed case information to identify discrepancies and prepared findings reports for federal reporting.

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Benefit Program Technician

Missouri Department of Social Services

May 2014 - May 2017 (3 years)

Provided program guidance and customer service to individuals seeking assistance and determining eligibility for benefit programs. Researched program resources and requirements to provide accurate information and support timely case processing.

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Senior Office Support Assistant

Missouri Department of Social Services

Oct 2012 - Jun 2013 (8 months)

Supervised Office Support Assistants and monitored daily workflow to support productivity, accuracy, and consistent administrative processes. Conducted formal employee performance evaluations and provided feedback.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Central Methodist University logoCU

Central Methodist University

Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.

Central Methodist University logoCU

Central Methodist University

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management.

State Fair Community College logoSC

State Fair Community College

Associate of Arts, Business Administration

Earned an Associate of Arts in Business Administration.

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