Temporary Aide - Workers' Compensation, Data Entry Unit.

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Colorado in Denver seeks a temporary Data Specialist Assistant to support the Data Specialist team with high-volume data entry and EDI error resolution. The role requires careful data handling, interdepartmental communication, and adherence to applicable rules and procedures.

You will work in a hybrid setting with daily processing of sensitive documents and collaboration with multiple units to ensure accurate, timely information exchange on behalf of the State of Colorado.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of relevant experience including data entry, data review and analysis.
• Experience interpolating/extracting data from multiple sources (spreadsheets, PDFs, forms) and using office applications.
• Ability to identify information and communicate data processes clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-volume daily data entry (Change of Address, Entry of Appearance, Objections, etc.).
• Screen and research Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) error reports for timely resolution.
• Utilize databases (CoComp, NCCI, My UI, SOS) to ensure documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Assist Supervisor with social security number verifications and related tasks as needed.

Skills

Data entry

Data analysis

Communication

Office apps

Tools

CoComp

NCCI

My UI

Secretary of State

Job description

Department Information

THIS POSTING REPRESENTS A TEMPORARY AIDE POSITION THAT MAY NOT EXCEED 9 MONTHS FROM THE HIRE DATE

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2

This position is Hybrid and will be required to report to the identified office location as required by the supervisor.

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.

As a temporary employee of the state personnel system, you are employed at will and are not eligible for the same benefits as permanent employees, such as health insurance and annual leave. However, temporary employees are eligible for sick leave and retirement benefits.

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

Description Of Job

HOURLY $22.40 - $27.97

BIWEEKLY $1,791.69 - $2,237.54

MONTHLY $3,882.00 - $4,848.00

This position will assist the Data Specialist team and is directly responsible for high volumes of daily data entry (Change of Address, Entry of Appearance, Objections, Workers’ Claims for Compensation, Employer First Reports, Notices of Contest, General Admission of Liability, Final Admission of Liability, Final Payment, and other miscellaneous documents), daily screening and researching of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) error reports to determine appropriate and timely resolution, and streamlining EDI error processes and procedures to both internal and external stakeholders. This position employs independent decision-making through the utilization of provided databases (CoComp, NCCI, My UI, Secretary of State website) to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with established Rules, Regulations, and Objectives, while exercising effective communication between departments for the State of Colorado and external stakeholders. This position may assist the Supervisor with Social Security Number verifications, duplicate Claim Mergers, and other tasks as needed to ensure outstanding and prompt customer service and information exchange.

Residency Requirement

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position to include:

• Entering, retrieval, review, revision, analysis and verification of data in a computerized information database.
• Experience in the interpolation and extraction of data from multiple types of data sources, including electronic forms, spreadsheets, PDF's, and Office applications.
• Ability to Identify principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down the data into separate parts.
• Using computers and computer interface screens (End-user software) to categorize, record, store, transcribe, enter, update and process data.
• Experience in communicating data processes and data literacy.

Or

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience handling Workers' Compensation claims, insurance operations, or claims administration.
• Knowledge of state reporting requirements, First Reports of Injury (FROI), and Subsequent Reports of Injury (SROI).
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple units and levels of authority.
• Performing duties similar to those assigned as a classified state of Colorado employee.

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.
• As a temporary employee of the state personnel system, you are employed at will and are not eligible for the same benefits as permanent employees, such as health insurance and annual leave. However, temporary employees are eligible for sick leave and retirement benefits.

For Questions Regarding This Recruitment, Please Contact

For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.

Work Visas

CDLE does not sponsor Work Visas of any type.

Applicant Use Of AI

The use of AI tools to aid in preparing application materials is allowed under the condition that the applicant independently verifies and confirms the information's accuracy before submission. Applicants are fully accountable for the content of their submissions and must ensure the safe and ethical use of any AI tools. Furthermore, active and direct participation in the interview process is required.

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 State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non‑discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

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 Coordinators at [e-mail].

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.