Workers' Compensation Specialist

Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV Application Guide and Frequently Asked Questions. 

Under the general direction of the Loss Control and Work Comp Operations Manager, the Workers' Compensation Specialist provides and initiates claims assistance for the School Liability Programs and Workers' Compensation Program.

Salary: The full salary range for this position is $49,816.00-$60,611.20. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.

1. Work history going back 10 years (if applicable)
2. At least three professional reference's contact information
3. A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
4. A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application

Essential Functions:

1. Be primary person that answers calls to the Workers' Compensation Program.
2. Complete initial call intake from injured workers or supervisors and follow up with emails and calls with school districts and attending providers.
3. Set up new workers compensation claims in the claim system, communicate with claims specialist and adjusters and provide appropriate correspondence related to new claims.
4. Copy, mail, distribute and otherwise ensure injured workers receive workers compensation claim packets.
5. Obtain wage information from school districts that is necessary to support time loss calculations and claim handling.
6. Print checks weekly for issuance to claimants, providers, and vendors.
7. Receive, open, and scan mail; support receipt and distribution of mail and input into appropriate electronic file system.
8. Prepare workers compensation claim packets, ensure an adequate supply of materials that are included in new claim packets.
9. Work with a team to support efficient operation of workers compensation claim activities.
10. Work with fiscal office to reconcile workers compensation checks at the end of each month.
11. Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position. 

Other Functions:

1. Provide back-up administrative support for School Liability Programs including answering School Liability Programs main phone line.
2. Create and manage conference room reservations.
3. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Experience working in an office environment.
3. Experience in compliance with state regulations.
4. Experience using Word, Excel or similar software.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Recent successful experience in a regional educational service agency.
2. Two years post high school education.
3. Proficiency in current procedural terminology (CPT) and diagnostic codes for State of Washington.
4. Experience using workers' compensation claims specific database software.
5. Experience using medical terminology to read and understand medical documents.
6. Experience working as a claims assistant handling industrial injuries.

Working Conditions:

1. Office environment.
2. Able to operate keyboard to accomplish required tasks.
3. Able to perform stationary routine and repetitive functions for extended periods.
4. Frequent sittings, stooping/bending, moving up to 25 lbs.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, wendy.niehaus@esd112.org
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.