General Summary:
The Specialist provides professional support to a specific department or functional area. Responsible for recurring or daily functions and processes needed to achieve departmental goals and provide services. Includes some interpretation of federal and state laws related to department programs and services. Serves as a knowledgeable resource and contact to handle department specific questions and issues.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The incumbent is responsible for executing the duties and responsibilities listed below and other duties as assigned. Some positions may require working before, during, or after an emergency or disaster at the department's discretion.
Leads, coordinates, and administers key processes related to Worker's Compensation for all Harris County Departments including claims, payments, communications, and documentation.
Prepares, reviews, processes, and distributes wage statements, payroll letters, Worker's Compensation check registry and Worker's Compensation/Tort check deposits in accordance with established timelines and standards as well as organizational, local, state, and federal policies and regulations.
Maintains organized and accurate records/reports which includes processing state required coding on reports, entering claims into database and managing Worker's Compensation First Reports of Injury.
Serves as the primary contact regarding Worker's Compensation information and correspondence and liaisons between Harris County departments, adjusters, medical providers, and employees.
Researches various documents related to Worker's Compensation including medical bill invoices, claims information, injury reports, and wage statements and reconciles issues as they arise.
Ensures processes and procedures related to Worker's Compensation claims, payments, record keeping, and communications comply with organizational policies/procedures, laws, regulations and industry standards.
Provides recommendations to management regarding change initiatives and implements procedural changes as needed to improve the performance and efficiency of Worker's Compensation processes.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education & Experience:
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of department/field specific subject matter.
Knowledge of field specific laws, regulations, and best practices.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Analytical thinking/problem-solving skills.
Research skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision.
Ability to initiate and build collaborative relationships.
Ability to pay high level of attention to details.
Microsoft Office skills including, Word, Excel and Power Point.
May require some skills using department specific software programs.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation
but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
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Full-time Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
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Schedules may vary based on the needs of the department and must be approved.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:-
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc...
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This is a largely sedentary role that may require sitting for long periods of time.
Work Location:-
1111 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.