Workers' Compensation Claim Analyst (Analyst I - CPPW)

City of Portland • Portland, OR

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Chief Financial Officer’s Division of Risk Management is seeking a Workers' Compensation Disability Analyst. Under the direction of the Workers’ Compensation Manager, the analyst conducts specific analysis and adjudication of workers’ compensation claims of standard to moderate difficulty.

The position is full-time and regular, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; alternate schedules may be available. The position is hybrid, and remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. The analyst travels to worksites across the City using public transit, rideshare, or driving. Starting pay is determined based on experience listed in the applicant’s resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position, in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Act.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Oregon state law, workers’ compensation rules, and case law pertaining to administration of the City’s workers’ compensation program, including occupational injuries, vocational rehabilitation, accommodation of injured workers, and claims adjudication requirements.
• Knowledge of the jurisdiction, functions, and procedures of the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board and its rating system for occupational injuries.
• Ability to read and interpret medical records, case investigations, and physical capacity evaluations and reach sound conclusions regarding eligibility for benefit payments and return-to-duty capability.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, accurate, and comprehensive documentation, records, reports, and other written materials.
• Ability to negotiate return-to-work issues, including arranging and/or preparing comprehensive job analyses.
• Valid Oregon Workers’ Compensation Claims Examiner certification.
• Ability to travel to worksites across the City via public transit, rideshare, or driving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses, investigations, and case management to help determine whether injuries or illnesses are work-related.
• Assist Senior Disability Analysts in establishing compensable time-loss benefits and other applicable benefits in compliance with state and city regulations.
• Facilitate employee return-to-work as soon as medically appropriate.
• Request reimbursement through Oregon’s Employer at Injury Program.
• Analyze and update job analyses in accordance with Oregon Workers’ Compensation statutes and rules, with minimal guidance.
• Work independently and apply sound professional judgment to make fair and compassionate decisions while protecting the City from unnecessary costs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed