Workers Compensation & Risk Manager

The University of Toledo; Ottawa Hills (OH); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Toledo is seeking a Workers’ Compensation & Risk Manager to lead the organization’s workers’ compensation program across all campuses. The role includes overseeing claim investigations, TPA/MCO oversight, and litigation support to align with the university mission and safety goals.

Responsibilities include day-to-day claims management, liaising with state agencies, implementing a modified duty program, and advising on training based on injury trends.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus three years of workers' compensation experience; equivalency of 7 years considered.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Ohio Workers’ Compensation system, laws and rules; understanding of actuarial processes and claims management.
• Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills; ability to adapt to changing legislation and policies.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, maintain and manage The University of Toledo’s Workers’ Compensation Program.
• Interact with Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, TPA and MCO; facilitate transitional/modified duty programs.
• Assist in coordinating risk management and insurance programs; identify risks and support loss prevention efforts.
• Prepare and present data to leadership; maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.

Conocimientos

Workers' comp knowledge

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree in related field

Descripción del empleo

Title: Workers Compensation & Risk Manager

Department Org: Risk Management - 110510

Employee Classification: U1 - Unclassified PSA FT

Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association

Primary Location: MC AD

Shift: 1

Start Time: 8:00 End Time: 5:00

Posted Salary: Salary commensurate with education andexperience

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Travel: {bOther4}

Weekend/Holiday: {bOther5}

Job Description:

Responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing TheUniversity of Toledo’s Workers’ Compensation Program. Implementsall matters of the program including but not limited to claiminvestigation and processing, Third Party Administrator (TPA) andManaged Care Organization (MCO) oversight, and litigation in amanner which promotes the UToledo mission of improving the humancondition.

Manages the day-to-day activities of all workers’ compensationclaims for all University Campuses. This task includes: interactionbetween Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, TPA and MCO;facilitating transitional/modified duty program; analyzing andinvestigating injury reports for compensability; assisting legalcounsel at the Industrial Commission; reviewing claims forsettlement potential; making recommendations to Health & Safetyfor training based on injury trends; and updating Human Resourcespersonnel on work comp leaves of absence.

Assists the Director of Risk Management & Insurance withcoordinating the University’s risk management and insuranceprograms, identifying potential risks, and supporting efforts toprevent or reduce losses.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, PublicAdministration, Risk Management or a directly related field, plusthree (3) years of work experience administering and adjustingworkers’ compensation claims. Will accept an equivalency of 7 yearsof direct workers compensation management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Ohio Workers’ Compensation system,law/rules, actuarial processes and claims managementprocedures.
• Strong analytical, time management and organizationalskills.
• Knowledge of regarding changing legislation, BWC and IndustrialCommission policies and procedures accordingly.
• Deep understanding of state and federal workers' compensationstatutes, employment laws (like ADA and FMLA), and OSHA reportingmandates.
• Familiarity with claims administration best practices, medicalterminology, reserving procedures, and risk managementprinciples.
• Ability to build trusted relationships across all organizationaltiers and navigate emotionally charged or difficult situations withempathy.
• High-level ability to maintain strict confidentiality regardingsensitive employee and medical information.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills to explaincomplex claim processes to injured workers and present data toleadership

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, theUniversity of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employmenthealth screening requirements for the University of Toledo HealthScience Campus Medical Center will include drug and other requiredhealth screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. TheUniversity of Toledo does not discriminate in employment,educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation,gender identity and expression, military or veteran status,disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the bestand brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at theOffice of Human Resources located in the Center for AdministrativeSupport on the UToledo Main Campus.

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