Workers’ Compensation Consultant

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Supervising Workers' Compensation Consultant (SWCC), the Workers' Compensation Consultant is responsible for the case management of their files.

The Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) is growing and we are developing a claims team geared towards strategic planning with case management efficiency as a focus. We are interactive in the employee participation of how that happens. Our SIBTF team consists of claims professionals that are driven to succeed in the fast moving, and growing, program that we work in.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3 To be considered for this Workers Compensation Consultant job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin:

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located at: Sacramento SIBTF, 1750 Howe Avenue, Suite 370, Sacramento, CA 95825-3367.

The incumbent will work in an air conditioned high-rise building with elevator access as well as natural and artificial lighting. The incumbent will be expected to work 40 hours per week in an office setting equipped with standard office equipment

Our building is located in Sacramento, at Howe and Arden Way and we offer free parking.

• We are near several shopping centers and dining.

• There is a small free gym in the lobby of our building.

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications:

12 pt Font, no greater than 2 pages.

1. Describe how you qualify to perform the essential functions as the Workers' Compensation Consultant?

2. Describe any knowledge you have of settlements, apportionment, medical records review, and providing benefits.

3. Briefly describe your customer service experience.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and procedures of the California Workers' Compensation System and Appeals Board; Laws and rules of Labor Code, California Administrative Code, and leading court decisions relating to workers' compensation coverage, insurance, enforcement, rights and benefits, settlements, apportionment, rules of practice, interpretation, and application of the schedule of ratings to permanent disabilities; vocational rehabilitation; general accounting; medical and anatomical terminology.

Negotiating and applying apportionment and credit information to analysis of cases. Excellent writing and verbal skills to prepare comprehensive reports and summaries. Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel).

Analytical skills.

Ability to: Interpret, analyze, and summarize medial reports, fact situations, and workers' compensation laws and rules; identify prior Awards, apportionment, and credits in order to determine the value of the case; investigate, mediate, and identify disputed issues; prepare analysis of case value to present to defense legal staff and supervisor; communicate effectively; provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders; settle cases efficiently and appropriately.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

The state offers a great benefit package, to include a defined pension, medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to persons with State Restriction of Appointments (SROA) or Surplus status. Applicants must attach a copy of their most recently dated letter that specifies their designation as either SROA or surplus candidate as proof.

Qualified candidates must have eligibility in State employment, be in a reachable rank on an employment list for this classification, be currently in this classification, or have transfer eligibility to this classification.

If you do not hear from us in 4-6 weeks, you may assume the position has been filled by another applicant. Please note that all additional vacancies that become available may be added to this advertisement.

Please note that the Exam and Certification Online System (ECOS) does not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application, please contact the Personnel, Recruitment, & Hiring Unit at (800) 564-0771.

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Please see Special requirements section of the posting for instructions on the Statement of Qualifications.