Workers' Compensation Manager is responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing a company's workers' compensation program. Implements all matters of the program, including claim investigations, settlements, and litigation. Being a Workers' Compensation Manager establishes standards and procedures for all matters relating to workers' compensation. Responsible for finding an insurance provider that meets organizational goals of employee coverage and cost effectiveness. Additionally, Workers' Compensation Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of unit/department. The Workers' Compensation Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Workers' Compensation Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
I. OVERVIEW OF POSITION. The Workers' Compensation Paralegal ("WC Paralegal"), a member of the Workers' Compensation team, is a key position responsible for providing administrative and legal support to the Firm's Workers' Compensation attorneys. The WC Paralegal will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, organizing and analyzing documents and casework, drafting pleadings and other court documents, filing court documents, scheduling events, actively contributing in all phases of the discovery process, and preparing exhibits and documents for court hearings, depositions, and trials. The WC Paralegal must be extremely organized and detail-oriented, and able to multi-task in order to effectively work in the Firm's high-speed, deadline-driven environment.
II. REPORTING STRUCTURE. The WC Paralegal works closely with the Workers' Compensation team and supervising attorneys. However, an individual in this position will report directly to the Operations Manager of the Firm.
III. HOURS AND STATUS. The WC Paralegal position is a full-time position generally working approximately forty (40) hours per week. However, some additional hours may be needed to meet Firm's operational needs.
IV. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS. The WC Paralegal is responsible for the following essential duties:
While the Firm provides this job description in an effort to define the essential functions and responsibilities of the WC Paralegal, this description is a summary representative of the duties and responsibilities required of this position and may not include non-essential duties. Duties or responsibilities may be added or modified at the discretion of the Office Manager in accordance with the business needs of the Firm. An individual in this position may be asked to perform duties assigned to others if coverage is necessary.
V. CORE COMPENTENCIES.
VI. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS OF POSITION.
VII. QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION.
While the Firm seeks these qualifications for this position, the Firm reserves the right to consider experience in lieu of education and to determine the best combination of education and experience appropriate for the position.