WORKERS' COMPENSATION CONSULTANT

Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Supervising Workers' Compensation Consultant, the Workers' Compensation Consultant (WCC) acts as a Recovery Specialist to handle Uninsured Employers Benefits Trust Fund (UEBTF) claims referred for recovery. The incumbent seeks full reimbursement of benefits paid out by the UEBTF from illegally uninsured employers. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3 To be considered for this Workers Compensation Consultant job opportunity, applicants must be either reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility or have reinstatement eligibility. To take the exam and gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2962 The Analyst I classification is being appropriated for this position. If you have list eligibility as an Analyst I, it will be used to hire you as a Workers' Compensation Assistant. Candidates with Analyst I eligibility must meet the minimum qualifications for both Analyst I and Workers' Compensation Assistant. For more information about taking the Analyst I exam and establishing list eligibility please see the following link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4774 You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Please provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. 1. Please describe your general knowledge and experience regarding the California Workers' Compensation system. 2. What talents and skills make you suited for this job? Describe your various achievements/accomplishments that may translate to being a successful WCC. • Applications received without a complete Employment History section of application or “see Resume” indicated may be automatically screened out and not be considered. • Please include a copy of your college transcripts or degree if applicable for minimum qualifications and/or eligibility determination. • Candidate pool may be screened to determine the most qualified candidates for potential interviews. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: • Knowledge of spelling, grammar, punctuation, modern English usage and basic Arithmetic. • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing quality customer service. • Excellent interpreting skills to accurately interpret written material and numerical data. • Excellent writing skills to edit written material. • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, to ensure quality customer service and to communicate with other staff and those contacted in the work place. • Excellent organizational skills to prioritize work assignments or projects. • Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook).