Workers Compensation Officer 2 PCN 07-3024
Workers Compensation Officer 2 PCN 07-3024
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ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!
The Department of Labor and Workforce Development Division of Workers Compensation is recruiting for a
Workers Compensation Officer 2 located in Fairbanks!
No Cover Letter Required!
This position is in the Supervisory Unit (SS) at a Range 18.
What You Will Be Doing:
This supervisory position functions as an office manager and Prehearing Officer. You will oversee daily workflow and supervise one Office Assistant 1 and one Workers Compensation Technician. You will conduct informal conferences and facilitate communication between the parties to help move cases forward. You will also review filings to ensure compliance with relevant statutes and regulations and determine the appropriate action to take.
Our Mission Values and Culture:
The Workers Compensation system operates similarly to a court system with the intent to ensure the quick efficient fair and predictable delivery of indemnity and medical benefits to injured workers at a reasonable cost to employers. This position plays a pivotal role in resolving disputes at the lowest possible level.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Workers Compensation is a complex body of law but it can be fascinating to explore. If you enjoy delving into legal processes you will likely find this position both fulfilling and rewarding. This position is perfect for individuals who value challenges and enjoy having the freedom to work independently.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
This position is located in Fairbanks in the Fairbanks Regional Office Building at 675 Seventh Ave Station K Fairbanks AK.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:- Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding friendliness courtesy tact empathy concern and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult hostile or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity race gender disabilities and other individual differences.
Additional Required Information
**PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS & INFORMATION CAREFULLY**
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meetAlaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you mustanswer the Supplemental Questions.The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four levels of proficiency to measure and describe an applicants level of competence in applying certain behaviors knowledge skills and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are: Mastery Fluency Literacy and Discovery. You will need to rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW- A copy of your last two 2 performance evaluations.
LEGAL EMPLOYMENT
The States online recruitment system Workplace Alaska requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.
APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy (paper) application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply page.Omission of any required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration. If youre experiencing problems attaching to your application or if you simply had forgotten you may email it to the contact provided below before 5:00 pm of the closing date. Any documents submitted after the posting has closed will not be considered.
EDUCATION
If postsecondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.Transcripts must be attached at the time of application or submitted to the contact information below prior to the close of recruitment. If youre unable to attach to your application email it to the contact provided in the job posting. If email is not an option please call the contact person to obtain a fax number.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employer name your job title dates of employment whether fullor parttime. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.Note: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
BARGAINING UNIT
If you are acurrent state employee please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee you must mark that it does not apply to you.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one 1 vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety 90 days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at(toll free) or . If you choose to be contacted by email please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the domains. For information on allowing emails from the domains visit the Lost Password Help page located at STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please callorin Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 oror correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at(toll free) orif you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to:
For applicant password assistance please visit: InformationAlexis Hildebrand
Administrative Operations Manager
Phone:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
