Workers’ Compensation Claims Specialist

Fountain; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Unlimited PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

On-the-job training and skills develop

Job summary

WeDriveU is seeking a detail-oriented Workers' Compensation Claims Specialist to manage the national program in partnership with TPAs, carriers, and internal teams. You will oversee claims from initial reporting through closure, aiming to minimize costs while supporting injured employees and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of workers' compensation claims experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three years experience in workers' compensation claims or related insurance, claims, or risk management.
• Working knowledge of workers' compensation claims processes and applicable regulations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a portfolio of workers' compensation claims with TPAs, brokers, and carriers.
• Monitor claim activity for timely investigation, reserving, return-to-work planning, and resolution.
• Coordinate with internal and external counsel on litigated claims.
• Participate in settlement discussions with TPAs, carriers, and counsel.
• Review claim documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as point of contact for Operations, HR, Safety, and others.
• Collaborate with TPAs, medical providers, and external partners to manage claims.
• Identify trends and opportunities to reduce claim frequency and severity.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Compensation $60,000.00 - $90,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Highlights

• Bachelor"s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in workers compensation claims or a related insurance, claims, or risk management role
• Working knowledge of workers" compensation claims processes and applicable regulations

About WeDriveU

WeDriveU is a premier provider of mobility solutions, specializing in shuttle and transit services that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces across the United States. As a business unit of the global mobility provider Mobico Group, WeDriveU is committed to delivering safe, sustainable, and innovative transportation options that enhance accessibility and reduce environmental impact.

Position Overview

WeDriveU is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Workers' Compensation Claims Specialist to support the administration and management of our workers' compensation claims program. The Workers' Compensation Claims Specialist is responsible for coordinating WeDriveU's national workers' compensation claims program in partnership with third-party administrators (TPAs), insurance carriers, legal counsel, and internal business partners. This role serves as the primary point of contact for workers' compensation claims administration, ensuring claims are proactively handled from initial reporting through closure while minimizing claim costs, supporting injured employees, maintaining regulatory compliance, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years workers' compensation claims experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment while handling multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a portfolio of workers' compensation claims in partnership with third-party administrators (TPAs), brokers, and insurance carriers.
• Monitor claim activity to ensure timely investigation, appropriate reserving, return-to-work planning, and resolution.
• Litigation Oversight - Coordinate with internal and external legal counsel on litigated workers’ compensation claims.
• Settlement Authority - Participate in settlement strategy discussions and evaluate settlement recommendations with TPAs, carriers, and legal counsel.
• Review claim documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Serve as a point of contact for Operations, Human Resources, Safety, and other internal stakeholders regarding claim status and next steps.
• Coordinate with TPAs, medical providers, legal counsel, and other external partners to facilitate effective claim management.
• Assist in identifying trends, recurring injury patterns, and opportunities to reduce claim frequency and severity.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and claim summaries for internal leadership.
• Assist with audits, regulatory reporting, and carrier or broker requests as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and medical information in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of workers' compensation processes and documentation.
• Monitor compliance with applicable state workers' compensation laws, reporting requirements, OSHA coordination, and company policies.
• Perform other duties and special projects related to workers’ compensation, claims administration, insurance, and risk management as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in workers compensation claims or a related insurance, claims, or risk management role.
• Working knowledge of workers' compensation claims processes and applicable regulations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-state workers' compensation claims.
• Experience working with TPAs, insurance carriers, or brokers.
• Experience within transportation, logistics, mobility, fleet operations, construction, or other high frequency workers’ compensation environments.
• Associate in Claims (AIC), Workers' Compensation Professional (WCP), or other relevant industry designation, or willingness to obtain.

Why Join WeDriveU?

You’ll be part of a fast-paced, mission-driven company that prioritizes innovation, collaboration, and people. At WeDriveU, we believe that great work is built on trust, transparency, and teamwork—values you’ll see in action every day. Your work will help enable the mobility of thousands while contributing to the legal strength and scalability of our operations.

We Offer

• Physical Health
• Exceptional Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits
• Competitive compensation packages
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Financial Wellness Tool
• Emotional Health
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid holidays
• Pet & Legal Insurance
• Personal Development
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Internal transfer opportunities for career growth
• *Benefits vary by position and location

WeDriveU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. We value excellence and recognize that by respecting the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of our workforce, we will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. We also see diversity as more than policies; it is imperative for enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available.