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Minnesota Department of Transportation · 3 weeks ago

Workers’ Compensation Specialist - State Prog Admin Intermediate

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$25.67/hr - $37.26/hr

2+ years exp

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is responsible for developing policies and providing essential services to improve the well-being of Minnesotans. They are seeking a Workers’ Compensation Specialist to oversee the regional workers’ compensation program and ensure compliance with relevant statutes and policies.

GovernmentInfrastructureNon ProfitTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Administering and overseeing the regional workers’ compensation program to ensure compliance with Minnesota state workers’ compensation statutes

Remain within the parameters of and in compliance with all applicable state, federal and DOT laws, rules, MnDOT Workers’ Compensation Policy, statewide policies, guidelines and contracts in order to mitigate agency financial impact

Qualification

MN Workers’ Compensation LawsMedical Documentation ReviewJudicial Orders InterpretationMicrosoft Office SuiteBasic Math Skills

Required

Two years of professional experience in the following areas:

Experience with MN Workers' Compensation Laws and Rules (e.g., MS 176.001 - 176.862) sufficient to apply best practices in claims management and facilitate early return-to-work strategies

Experience reviewing and summarizing medical documentation (e.g., Physician's Reports, Independent Medical Examination (IME) findings, treatment plans) sufficient to assess claim compensability and support effective case management within the context of Minnesota Workers' Compensation

Experience interpreting and applying findings from judicial orders and settlement agreements (e.g., Findings and Orders or Stipulations for Settlement) within the framework of Minnesota Workers' Compensation, sufficient to effectively administer claims and advise stakeholders

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) or equivalent software, sufficient to manage data in spreadsheets (e.g., pivot tables, formulas) and draft official correspondence/reports

Experience with basic math sufficient to conduct calculations related to benefit eligibility and payment coordination

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Tuition reimbursement MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Visit Student Loan Reimbursement - Policies - MnDOT (state.mn.us) for more information).

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care