Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry · 1 day ago
Assistant Director, Special Compensation Fund/State Program Administrator Manager Senior
St Paul, MN
Part-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$91K/yr - $130K/yr
4+ years expThe Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry is dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. They are seeking an Assistant Director for the Special Compensation Fund to lead the Workers’ Compensation Division, manage policy development, and ensure compliance with workers' compensation regulations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assist with leading and directing Minnesota’s Workers’ Compensation Division’s Special Compensation Fund (SCF) in the performance of its regulatory and other duties
Assist with the management and administration of policy development and implementation of the programs that ensure the assessment and collection of funds necessary to support workers' compensation programs
Ensure that injured workers with uninsured employers receive appropriate workers’ compensation benefits and employers carry workers' compensation insurance
Represent the SCF’s interests as a participant in the workers’ compensation claims process and as a party in litigation involving the SCF
Oversee the administration, auditing and payment of annual claims for reimbursement related to supplementary benefit and second-injury programs
Assist the Commissioner’s Office in developing and implementing strategic plans and realizing the mission of the agency
Acquire, allocate and set priorities for fiscal, information and human resources
Participate in developing agency policies and procedures, program development activities and promulgating rules
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Four (4) years supervisory or management experience directing the work of assigned staff within a Workers' Compensation program
Supervisory or management, or leadership experience must demonstrate the following: Fiscal and budget management, sufficient to manage and appropriate a multi-million-dollar biennial budget
Knowledge of Minnesota workers' compensation statutes, procedures, rules and practices sufficient to provide expert technical assistance to staff and advise senior management on workers' compensation issues
Human relation and conflict resolution skills to establish and sustain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, staff, legislators, and others sufficient to ensure that the needs and operations of DLI are understood
Skill and experience in effective presentations, group facilitation and public speaking
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, who do not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences
Ability to make sound decisions based on analysis, experience and judgment in a timely manner
A Master's Degree in business, public administration, public policy, business law or related discipline will substitute for 18 months of experience
A Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, public policy, business law or related discipline will substitute for 1 year of experience
Preferred
Experience with regulatory enforcement
Experience with workers' compensation claims management
Experience with annual claims for reimbursement
Experience with the assessment process under Minn. Stat. 176.129
An understanding workers' compensation insurance metrics, such as rates and designated statistical reporting pure premium
Familiarity with the Minnesota Administrative Procedure Act and Workers' Compensation Advisory Council
Familiarity with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
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
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
Company
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
The Department of Labor and Industry’s (DLI’s) mission is to ensure Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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