WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS EXAMINER I-III
Salary: $2,774.24 - $4,940.24 Biweekly
Location: City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Classified
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 10/11/2024
Closing Date: 10/25/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION:
Applications are available online beginning Friday, October 11, 2024, through 4:30 PM, Friday, October 25, 2024.
SALARY INFORMATION:
- Grade I - $2,774.24 - $3,743.28 Bi-Weekly
- Grade II - $3,122.08 - $4,206.56 Bi-Weekly
- Grade III - $3,658.48 - $4,940.24 Bi-Weekly
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Evaluates new claims by verifying information on the injury form.
- Establishes claim reserves required for the injury based upon estimated probable costs.
- Reviews claims progress and resolution with Unit Supervisor.
- Conducts and monitors Workers' Compensation investigations.
- Interprets State Workers' Compensation law.
- Evaluates, determines, and authorizes payment of all Workers' Compensation benefits.
- Coordinates with departments to address modified and transitional duty.
- Monitors claims progress that entails interpretation of medical reports.
- Prepares appropriate claims notices and correspondence.
- Communicates with outside vendors to facilitate medical treatment.
- May assist Workers' Compensation Attorneys by preparing litigation files and negotiating settlements.
- Performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:
Eighteen months of experience equivalent (or higher) to the City's Workers' Compensation Claims Assistant classification or as a workers' compensation claims assistant for an insurance company, third-party administrator, or self-insured employer.
Proof of required documents must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Workers Compensation laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Knowledge of processing benefit notices and claims.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making.
- Ability to work independently with general supervision.
- Ability to interact professionally and tactfully with people in challenging situations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Application and Supplemental Application Qualifying. A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination.
Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify shall receive additional credit.
If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION:
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
- Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
- Deferred Compensation
- Free Employee Parking
- Paid Parental Leave after six (6) months of City employment.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline.
If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-6202 during the filing period.
CONTACT:
Agency: City of Long Beach
Department: Human Resources
Phone: (562) 570-6202
Website: City of Long Beach Careers
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