Workers' Compensation - Compensation Insurance Specialist IIPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4634979) ApplyWorkers' Compensation - Compensation Insurance Specialist IISalary $57,708.00 - $81,444.00 AnnuallyLocation Denver, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberKAA 9565 CIS II 9.24DepartmentDepartment of Labor and EmploymentDivisionDivision of Workers' CompensationOpening Date09/04/2024Closing Date9/12/2024 5:00 PM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionType of AnnouncementThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.Primary Physical Work Address633 17th Street, Denver CO 80202FLSA StatusNon-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.Department Contact Informationcynthia.isham@state.co.usHow To ApplyPlease submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department InformationTHIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT RESIDENTS OF COLORADO ONLY THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 AT 5PM. The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace – and Colorado communities – with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs. This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect. We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do. In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) :
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://www.copera.org/) plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits)
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/hsa)
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/) state employee discount program
MotivateMe employee wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Access to participate in employer-supported employee affinity spaces
RTD EcoPass Commuter Program
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information go to https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs
Our agency website: Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (https://www.colorado.gov/cdle)
CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans’ Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home
PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.
Description of JobThe Salary Range for this position is : $27.74 - $39.16 Hourly $2,219.54 - $3,132.46 Biweekly $4,809.00 - $6,787.00 Monthly $57,708.00 - $81,444.00 Annually The Workers' Compensation Pre-Hearing Unit provides a forum for pre-hearing conferences, settlement conferences, arbitrations, and settlement advisement hearings before a pre-hearing Administrative Law Judge (PALJ). The work unit also provides a forum for PALJs to review and decide procedural motions filed with the Division pursuant to the Workers’ Compensation Rules of Procedure (WCRP). The work unit fulfills the Division of Workers’ Compensation’s (Division) statutory mandate to provide these services pursuant to §§ 8-43-205, 206, 206.5 and 207.5 C.R.S. The work unit is also responsible for certifying and approving all settlement agreements on behalf of the Division Director.This position is responsible for assisting with managing the electronic docket and case management system, determining and approving Represented Settlements with the signature authority from the Division Director, ruling on motions as appropriate as Designee Clerk, processing Application for Indigent and the forthcoming duty of handling the DIME application packet issues, the processing of priority motions and the scheduling of pre-hearing and settlement conferences; arbitration hearings; and settlement advisement hearings. In addition this position applies WCRPs and unit policy guidelines to provide unit customers with information concerning procedures. This position must interact with the public, the Office of Administrative Courts (OAC) and other staff to ensure the goals of the unit, division and department are met.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsResidency Requirement: This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Class Code & Classification Description: H6J3XXCOMPENSATION INSURANCE SPECIALIST II (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwUD9Bt4G-21cl9NSFJiMGRVVW8/view?resourcekey=0-qxdIv0tqm22JAFcRrisA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Only: Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, which must include a minimum of 1 year work experience in Workers' Compensation. OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years, which must include a minimum of 1 year work experience in Workers' Compensation. Required Competencies:
Ability to write in a clear, concise, and simplistic fashion to communicate legal jargon and resources to non-professional stakeholders.
Ability to comprehend, create, and edit technical documents.
Knowledge of the Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act Colorado (Act) and applicable portions of the WCRP.
Required Computer Skills and Software:
Ability to use Access and/or SQL databases, and Salesforce;
Proficient in all Microsoft (Xcel, Word) and Google Applications (Docs, Sheets, Drive); and Adobe Pro
Preferred Qualifications:
Legal support experience
Regulatory Agency support experience
Conditions of Employment:
Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.
You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpastate.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental InformationFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:cynthia.isham@state.co.us Minimum Qualification Screening A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Supplemental Questions Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE AND/OR FUTURE VACANCIES The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Sean Montoya, at sean.montoya@state.co.us . Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200. While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.01 I acknowledge the comparative analysis process for this position will consist of a review of the information contained within my application/job duty statements and that any attachments will not be included during the minimum qualification screening or application review. The structured application review/numerical scoring of my application will be based on the content listed in the job duty statements, the preferred qualifications, required competencies, and answers to supplemental questions. My responses to the supplemental questions will be scored based on my ability to follow instructions and provide detailed, clear and concise answers to each question.
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Describe your experience with document processing and management. Include whether processing involved legal documents and describe the volume or amount of documents you have managed.
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This position requires adherence to regulations and policies. Please describe whether your work experience has involved adherence to specific regulations and policies, and how you ensure adherence or compliance when faced with uncertainty.
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Please describe your professional work experience with Workers' Compensation.
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AgencyState of ColoradoAddressSee the full announcement by clickingthe "Printer" icon located above the job titleLocation varies by announcement, Colorado, Websitehttps://careers.colorado.gov/ApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email
