Workers Compensation Manager

Boeing; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 116,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Seattle, WA or Mesa, AZ seeks a Workers Compensation Manager to lead the Workers’ Compensation Administration group. You will develop strategy, oversee analytics, manage vendor relationships, and ensure regulatory compliance across sites.

You will lead a team, drive cost containment, and collaborate with multiple functions to optimize claim management while maintaining a strong safety and compliance culture.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Workers' Compensation.
• 5+ years of experience in performing risk assessments and risk management.
• 3+ years of experience collecting and analyzing data and generating metrics reports.
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing projects and/or teams.
• At least one year of experience in a leadership role or completion of Boeing leadership course.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine the workers compensation strategy, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and achievement of program goals.
• Lead the Workers’ Compensation Administration team, setting clear objectives, coaching, and developing staff to maximize performance and engagement.
• Oversee financial and operational performance, including claims costs, lost time injury metrics, and program budgets.
• Partner with Corporate Risk Management, Environmental Health and Safety, HR Services, Finance, Operations, and external agencies to integrate workers compensation initiatives and optimize claim management processes.
• Direct management of sensitive claims, including approval of reserve changes and settlements within delegated authority.
• Represent Boeing in interactions with regulatory bodies and ensure adherence to audit requirements.
• Oversee program audits and quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and deliver training and informational sessions to internal stakeholders, promoting understanding and adherence to workers’ compensation policies and best practices.
• Set annual operating goals and strategic plans for workers compensation administration.

Skills

Workers' Compensation

Risk assessment

Data analysis

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Workers Compensation Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is seeking a Workers Compensation Manager to lead the Workers’ Compensation Administration group located in Seattle, WA or Mesa, AZ.

Position Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Program Management

• Develop, implement, and refine the workers compensation strategy, policies, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and achievement of program goals
• Lead the Workers’ Compensation Administration team, setting clear objectives, coaching, and developing staff to maximize performance and engagement
• Oversee financial and operational performance, including claims costs, lost time injury metrics, and program budgets. Provide regular analysis and insights to senior leadership

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Corporate Risk Management, Environmental Health and Safety, HR Services, Finance, Operations, and external agencies to integrate workers compensation initiatives and optimize claim management processes
• Represent Boeing in interactions with the Washington Department of Labor and Industries and other regulatory bodies

Vendor and Claims Oversight

• Direct management of sensitive claims, including approval of reserve changes and settlements within delegated authority
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, monitor third-party service provider performance, and ensure adherence to claim handling instructions and audit requirements

Advocacy, Cost Containment and Continuous Improvement

• Serve as a resource and advocate for employees and internal customers, resolving escalations and ensuring consistent processes across sites and states
• Lead cost containment initiatives related to managed care, litigation, vocational services, and other program areas
• Utilize claims and risk management systems to generate reports and provide actionable data to stakeholders

Compliance, Audit and Training

• Oversee program audits and quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities
• Develop and deliver training and informational sessions to internal stakeholders, promoting understanding and adherence to workers’ compensation policies and best practices

Additional Managerial Duties

• Set annual operating goals and strategic plans for workers compensation administration
• Routinely analyze claims and risk management data to identify trends, monitor performance, and generate reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance through effective communication and training support
• Oversee third-party administrators and service providers, facilitating communication and performance monitoring
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process.Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 7+ years of experience in Workers Compensation
• 5+ years of experience in performing risk assessments and risk management
• 3+ years of experience collecting and analyzing data and generating metrics reports
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing projects and/or teams
• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functionalproject/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 5+ years of experience using Claims Management and/or Risk Management Information Systems
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, linking worksheets)
• Experience with data transfers and data handling

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $115,600– $167,900

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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