WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COORDINATOR II

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: WORKERS' COMPENSATION COORDINATOR II
Posting Number: 37275
Division: Human Resources - Risk Management
Reporting Location: 611 Walker St., 4th Floor Annex, Houston, TX 77002
Workdays Hours: MONDAY–FRIDAY 8:00AM–5:00PM**Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position is responsible for the oversight of various functions performed by the city’s contracted third-party administrator and for completion of various assignments for municipal and classified injured employees qualifying for Workers’ Compensation benefits, including Salary Continuation.

• Facilitates the progression of workers’ compensation cases for assigned departments in accordance with regulations and established procedures.
• Maintains timely, concise, and professional communication, guidance, and education to injured employees, caregivers, and department supervisors.
• Performs a variety of record keeping activities, including but not limited to accurate preparation and/or documentation of communication, work status changes, bona fide offers of employment, statutory employer forms, medical questionnaires, and payroll time codes.
• Collaborates with department partners to maintain an active listing of available transitional duty assignments across city departments.
• Cooperates with department/division leadership to prepare, edit, and revise standard operating procedures, as requested.
• Attends meetings, seminars, and conferences as a representative of the department/division.
• Acts as liaison between the injured employee, the third-party administrator, cross-functional HR teams, labor unions, and other city departments.
• Participates in special projects assigned by the Director and/or the department/division head.
• Facilitates training sessions for injured employees, supervisor/managers, and other key stakeholders.
• Meets various performance measures as established by department.
• Responds timely to the inquiries, requests, and needs of key stakeholders.
• Adapts and maintains effectiveness during times of changing assignments and/or processes.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REOUIREMENTS
Requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REOUIREMENTS
Four years professional experience in Finance, Accounting or Worker’s Compensation are required; three years of which are in Worker’s Compensation.

SUBSTITUTIONS:
Worker's compensation related experience at the professional level may be substituted for the education requirement on for-year basis.

LICENSE REOUIREMENTS
A Texas Workers’ Compensation Adjuster License is required.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to the candidates with the following skillset(s):
Previous experience adjusting workers’ compensation claims and/or previous experience in Risk Management, including but not limited to, possession of AIC or ARM designation.

**Preference shall also be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.*

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TEST REOUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION – NO

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing if a promotional position; candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade - 24

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov or call (832) 393-7238.

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If you need special services or accommodation, call (832)393-7238. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehired employees must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.