Compensation and Benefits Manager jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 31381

JOB POSTING
COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.

Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.

INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.

The IRD for this job is: 03-01-2022

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The UCSC Office of Risk Services supports the campus by helping departments identify their risk exposures, recommending strategies to reduce or eliminate identified risks, and by administering the campus's insurance programs to facilitate maximum recovery from accidental losses. The Office of Risk Services is one of the units within Risk & Safety Services of the Business & Administrative Services (BAS) Division. Our mission is to encourage and support a safe, healthy, and thriving community.

The unit is organized into two broad areas: the Workers' Compensation, Accommodations and Occupational Wellness Programs, and the Property & Casualty Program.

More information can be found here: https://risk.ucsc.edu/workers-comp/index.html.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Associate Director, Workers' Compensation, Accommodations, Risk and Occupational Wellness Programs, the Workers' Compensation Coordinator is a member of the Office of Risk Services. The Workers' Compensation Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating assigned segments of the campus workers' compensation program. The Workers' Compensation Coordinator coordinates occupational claims and maintains first line responsibility for the management of each assigned case. Uses skills as an experienced professional with a full understanding of industry best practices; demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Salary Information: Salary Range: $72,000 - $76,000/annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.

No. of Positions: 1

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Full-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
• Shift Includes: Day

Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment

Job End Date: none

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: 007204 ENTERPRISE RISK MGT ANL

Travel: Never or Rarely

JOB DUTIES

80% WORKERS' COMPENSATION CASE COORDINATION

• Develops, implements, and administers risk management insured and self-insured programs and operations with respect to insurance claims administration, and loss prevention.
• Manages workers' compensation claims reporting, work status reports, and transitional return to work program, for assigned workers' compensation cases.
• Analyzes complex loss areas, and compiles initial workers' compensation claims data; identifies and collects missing information; inputs essential data within reporting deadlines; prepares and sends initial notification; conducts initial employee interviews; and establishes and maintains confidential claim files.
• Assists with the administration of highly complex claims, and monitors payments in employee injury programs. Coordinates third party administrators and departments to resolve assigned workers' compensation cases and referrals to clinical resources, and provide work status updates.
• Liaises with third parties and claimants to resolve assigned cases, in accordance with organization guidelines, in a timely manner.
• Gathers, analyzes, prepares, and summarizes areas of potential loss; analyzes temporary work restrictions to identify temporary modified job duties; consults with workers' compensation medical treatment providers to ensure clarity regarding employee temporary work restrictions and obtains updates on employee's temporary work restrictions for assigned workers' compensation cases.
• Assists with performing complex accounting and risk finance related to the monitoring of risk control strategies and programs. Assists with implementing risk control programs and strategies to prevent losses and reduce insurance premiums. Reviews updated work restrictions with supervisors and updates transitional return to work agreements. Facilitates and leads interactive discussions between supervisors and occupationally injured employees regarding potential job modifications and alternative tasks to comply with temporary work restrictions for assigned workers' compensation cases.

15% WORKERS' COMPENSATION PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

• Designs, develops, and presents training presentations to clients; develops and recommends procedures and guidelines to maximize the success of the campus workers' compensation program; identifies opportunities for improvement in injury prevention and injury management within campus units and communicates same to applicable supervisors; recommends and assists in the development and dissemination of training materials and forms regarding the Workers' Compensation process and the transitional return to work program.
• Implements and monitors control strategies and programs involving claim payments; evaluates the need for ergonomic work-site evaluations and referrals to the campus WorkStrong occupational wellness program.

5% SPECIAL PROJECTS

• Other duties or projects as assigned by the Associate Director, Workers' Compensation, Accommodations, Risk and Occupational Wellness Programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Thorough knowledge in the following areas: risk management; insurance; analysis; knowledge of common organization-specific computer application programs; knowledge of organizational processes and procedures; or thorough understanding of related industry area.
• Proven interpersonal skills, customer service orientation, active listening skills, professionalism, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of workers' compensation claims management; Workers' Compensation experience with either a third party claims administrator, a Workers' Compensation insurer or a large employer.
• Proven ability to use critical thinking and analytical skills to solve problems.
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information in an appropriate manner; and maintain high ethical standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge of occupational disability management; experience developing and coordinating occupational injury return to work assignments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Insurance Educational Association course WCCA 10, Foundations of California Workers' Compensation Claims, or equivalent Workers' Compensation course.
• Certified Professional in Disability Management (CPDM) professional designation
• Computer skills characterized by: knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, or claims management information system.
• Ability to communicate in the Spanish language
• Strong skills required to develop course materials and deliver content effectively to diverse populations.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.
• The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

HOW TO APPLY

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EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees


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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.jeid-85d0bc6c972a894ea8e76083e274c12f