BWC Attorney 3 (P.N. 20067640)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. With roughly 1,500 employees in seven offices across Ohio, BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers. For Ohio employers, we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries. BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC strives to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee work groups, participate in on-line forums and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills. Our Vision: To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success. Our Mission: To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day. Our Core Values: One Agency, Personal Connection, Innovative Leadership, Relentless Excellence.

Requirements

• Admission to Ohio Bar per Section 4705.01 of Revised Code
• 2 yrs. exp. as licensed attorney practicing workers' compensation law
• 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in supervisory principles & techniques, management or settlement negotiations
• must be able to provide own transportation
• 18 mos. exp. as BWC Attorney 1, 63981
• 12 mos. exp. as BWC Attorney 2, 63982
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates non‑judicial administrative settlements in assigned territory (e.g., negotiates and approves settlement amounts that exceed the agency limit of the BWC Attorney 2).
• Develops & implements settlement strategies to maximize savings for BWC based on type of claim and meets with legal representatives and/or executive level managers of public and private employers and attorney representatives of injured workers to negotiate settlement options and procedures.
• Reviews settlement filings, determines savings to BWC from claims reserve funds, prepares legal briefs for settlements, researches Ohio Revised Code, and represents the BWC Administrator at legal proceedings in cases where settlements cannot be agreed to.
• Reviews complaints for potential legal violations, researches current BWC legislation, writes draft legislation to expand BWC settlement options, and answers legal inquiries from government officials and/or public.
• Participates in the revision and drafting of BWC policy on settlements and provides a legal opinion on BWC policy and procedure related to Medicare secondary payer, Medicare set asides, and Medicare conditional payments.
• Handles duties related to the BWC Board of Directors, including attending Board of Directors meetings, handling scribe duties and takes minutes on behalf of BWC Board of Directors, note taking, assembling all needed documentation and motions, handling business and procedural operations related to the Board of Directors, and addressing all other incidental operations related to the Board of Directors.
• Trains settlement personnel, represents the BWC Administrator at meetings and seminars to discuss BWC settlement policy, consults with Office of Ohio Attorney General, and acts as a “referee” in R.C. 119 health partnership program decertification hearings and public employer review panel hearings.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level