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Cherry Creek School District · 2 days ago

Workers' Compensation Specialist - Office of Fiscal Services

Englewood, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Cherry Creek School District is responsible for providing education services and is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Specialist. The role involves managing workers’ compensation claims, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

EducationHigher EducationKnowledge Management

Responsibilities

Reviews, validates, and enters injury data to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance

Evaluates claim information and apply professional judgment to determine appropriate claim handling strategies in compliance with state and federal regulations

Collaborate with medical provider, claims adjuster, and/or attorneys to move the claim to full resolution

Discuss return-to-work options for employees with restrictions with the supervisor

Participate in various districtwide committee and safety group meetings, including but not limited to: RACOM, CPI Holds, and others. Complete annual trend analysis with the Loss Control Manager to determine what issues are causing most of the claims to occur and the severity of the claims

Attend and strategize at quarterly claims reviews with the Third-Party Administrator to resolve claims

Attend and strategize at quarterly claims reviews with the District’s Designated Providers to get injured employees back to work and/or moving the medical care to closure

Attend settlement conferences when needed, in person

Perform other duties as assigned or requested

Qualification

AIC certificationWorkers' Compensation knowledgeCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsCultural competenceRisk management experiencePublic sector experienceConfidentialityIndependent work

Required

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent amount of similar formal education or related experience

Five (5) years of professional work experience

Intermediate critical thinking skills

Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work independently with minimal direction

Ability to obtain The Institutes Knowledge Group™ Associate in Claims (AIC™) certification within one (1) year of hire

Criminal background check and fingerprinting required

Preferred

Experience working in the public sector, specifically public education

Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement

Insurance adjuster, safety management, risk management, or legal experience

Advanced knowledge of the concepts, standards, practices, and procedures under the Colorado Workers' Compensation Act, occupational safety and health, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and leave practices

The Institutes Knowledge Group™ Associate in Claims (AIC™) certification