Workers' Compensation Coordinator

BREC Recreation And Park Commission for the Parish of East Baton Rouge•Baton Rouge, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Worker's Compensation Coordinator works under the general direction of a Senior Risk Management professional. The Worker's Compensation Coordinator participates, coordinates, conducts, and assists with the administration of Risk Management to include Workers’ Compensation and General Liability programs to control costs and conserve agency resources, to assure compliance with federal, state regulations and other legal requirements as well as agency policies and procedures. This position may require the ability to be involved with sensitive or stressful issues, negative interactions with the public and staff, which will require high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. This position also requires independent judgment on problem solving, data collection/reporting, and coordinating claims. Assist the Risk Management team with various special projects and reports.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university
Area of Study Required: HR Management, Business, Industrial Safety or any closely related.
First Aid & CPR must be obtained within 60 days of hire
Valid Driver's License
Two (2) years’ experience in claims administration, customer service, records management or safety and training.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
General knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, Worker’s Compensation Auto and Liability legislation, Insurance claims adjusting and recordation procedures
Considerable knowledge of accident prevention, safety hazards, protective measures & training resources
Moderate math skills with attention to detail
Strong customer interpersonal and communication skills to promote safe practices; perform extensive investigations as these relate to work injuries, auto and equipment accidents, general liability claim programs.
Strong ability to interact with staff, public and support agencies.
Skill in the use of computers and ability to operate modern office equipment
Ability to analyze situations quickly, identify risks, determine proper course of action & implement or recommend remediation
Ability to work under stress and handle situations firmly with tact to develop and maintain good public and internal relations.
Ability to read, analyze & interpret statistical data and prepare reports
Ability to investigate work-related injuries, incidents claims events and accidents
Ability to instruct classes on safety and/or risk training topics.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally, with individuals and groups, and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other employees, department heads, BREC officials, vendors, and the public

Nice To Haves

Certified Occupational Specialist or Certified Workman’s Comp Professional (CWCP).
Five (5) or more years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Compiles data for and prepares various records, reports, and other documentation required by the department.
Research Documents and historical data
Compile Data for computer entry
Prepares purchasing documentation according to established procedures.
Monitors the risk management budgets, and tracks fund expenditures.
Updates and implements risk management policies and safety standards.
Compiles data for risk management monthly reports and budget projections; makes analysis of current and future financial budgets in relation to prior year's budgets and actual expenses.
Establish and maintain administrative control of records for accident-injury experience and related costs
Attends and participates in departmental safety committee meetings serves as a liaison to Safety Oversight Committee.
Attends training, meetings, seminars and/or workshops to enhance job knowledge and skills and stay apprised of new developments and best practices.
Consults with Risk Manager(s) on the status of work injuries, Auto and General Liability claims, transitional duty program, traffic violations, cost recovery and the overall department performance in controlling losses.
Assist with conducting annual audits of post hire medical questionnaire
Reviews and monitors claim expenditures, recoveries and track recovery and reimbursement payments.
Consults with Risk Manager(s) on the status of work injuries, Auto and General Liability claims, transitional duty program, traffic violations, cost recovery and the overall department performance in controlling losses.