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Job no: 522659
Work type: Staff Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Human Resources
Union: Non-Unit Non-Exempt
Categories: Human Resources, Administrative & Office Support
About UMass Amherst
UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.
Job Summary
Minimize the University's workers' compensation (WC) liability by timely, accurately filing, and proactively managing, WC claims in collaboration with MA Human Resources Division Workers' Compensation Unit (HRD WC) adjustors & legal counsel, UMass payroll & operations team, campus and UMass system Human Resources representatives.Propose claims management and resolution/settlement strategies in collaboration with HRD WC. Act as claims manager and liaison between claimants, University departments, HRD WC, DIA and other agencies in matters concerning WC policies and procedures. Support and advise campus Human Resources representatives regarding WC.Calculate reimbursable amounts in accordance with established procedures and explain WC process, time/labor and benefits to claimants. Generate WC statistics. Support and back up Leave & Sick Leave Bank administrator role. Assist at the Human Resources Information Center.
Essential Functions
Other Functions
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
Typical office environment.
Additional Details
Under the direct supervision of Benefits Supervisor, perform tasks in accordance with specified procedures and deadlines. Exercise independent judgement in performance of daily tasks. Proactively work with HRD audit & litigation representatives on claims administration, resolution strategies and settlement proposals. Work in collaboration with UMA HR representatives and HRD to minimize periods of WC absence and corresponding University liability. Bring exceptions to the attention of direct supervisor.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 5:00pm.
Salary Information
Non-Unit Classified Grade 15.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.
Advertised: Mar 6 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Jun 6 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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