Summary Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles only in the commuting area of the selected duty location. LOCATION: This position is located in the Central Processing (CP) offices nationwide. TOUR OF DUTY: Multiple work schedules (up to 40 hours) | Alternate work schedules may be available. TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary, not to exceed (NTE) 1 year; may be extended. This position will not become permanent. Responsibilities Once selected as a Benefit Authorizer in SSA, you will effectuate benefit entitlement decisions. This includes having direct telephone contact with the public to resolve issues or discrepancies and provide them with their rights under Social Security laws. You will be responsible for adjusting established benefits and effectuating payments and using computer technology to access and update information about claims. Benefit Authorizers (BAs) determine if applicants are eligible to receive or continue receiving benefits and/or payments for vario...