Job Summary
The Risk Management Program Assistant will be responsible for supporting the County’s workers’ compensation program and related processes, including but not limited to: intake and upload of workers’ compensation documents, support for the County’s Third Party Administrator (TPA), claim investigation, processing safety incidents in the County’s reporting system, coordinate and communicate with employees and departments, training (new hire orientation, employee, and department), maintenance of employee files, witness and supervisor statements, internal web pages and information, tracking and updating Risk Manager of new legislation. The incumbent will analyze workers’ compensation trends, generate monthly reports, assist with annual Risk Management reports, and make recommendations as to best practices and efficiency.
The incumbent will also be responsible for invoice processing and subrogation related to vehicle accidents and property damage and attend vehicle tow impound hearings.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED, WWCP (Washington Workers’ Compensation Professional designation) or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment, 2-5 years of experience with workers’ compensation or liability insurance and claims, experience using automated claims system.
The ideal candidate will have the following:
Knowledge of: applicable computer applications/technology, principle and practices is public sector organization and some specifics relating to program operations; planning, scheduling, monitoring and problem solving; research techniques and data analysis; budget tracking, justification and control; application of County, state, and federal law and regulation relevant to the program/project area; departmental policies and procedures, trends and practices within the specialized area.
Ability to: effectively coordinate work to and with others; carry our policy directives of management in an effective and timely manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff; communicate and express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M3.508 $23.89 - $30.52- per hour
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.