Account Examiner 2

BWCs core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm however daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site at one of BWCs seven offices across the state. BWC offers flex-time work schedules that allow an employee to start the day as early as 7:00am or as late as 8:30am. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Research applicant job duties via phone calls internet searches and reading the Scopes manual.
• Validate class codes that employers have self-assigned through the application process.
• Assign the correct classification to quoted applications and issue finalized policies reflecting the premium owed for workers compensation coverage.
• Maintain employers self-coverage and assigned classifications based on changes to operation.
• Respond to employer inquiries (written/telephone/chat) received by the Classification Unit.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

EEO & ADA Statement:
The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees due to protected classes as defined in applicable federal law state law and any effective executive order.

The Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment opportunities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable request reasonable accommodations related to a disability pregnancy or religion please contact the ADA mailbox

Salary Information:
Hourly wage is expected to be paid at step 1 of the pay range associated with the position for candidates who are new employees of the state. Current employees of the state will be placed in the appropriate step based on any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code. Movement to the next step of the pay range (a roughly 4% increase) will occur after six months assuming job performance is acceptable. Thereafter an employee will advance one step in the pay range every year until the highest step of the pay range is reached. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.

Transportation:
Position may require travel; therefore persons occupying this position must be able to provide own transportation &/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.

Educational Transcripts:
For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.

All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted.

Background Check:
Prior to an offer of employment the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.

To Qualify You Must Clearly Demonstrate:

24 mos. position involving review & processing of claims collections billings payments or review of documents for accuracy completeness &/or compliance with reporting guidelines laws or rules with exp. commensurate to duties to be assigned.

-Or 16 semester or 24 quarter hours in accounting; 12 mos. accounting or other fiscal/financial activity.

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Accountant/ Examiner 1 66111 with state government exp. commensurate with duties to be assigned.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Note: Classification may require use of proficiency demonstration to determine minimum class qualifications for employment.

MAJOR WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:
Knowledge of accounting; applicable state &/or federal regulations governing documents processed reviewed &/orprepared*; public relations*. Skill in use of calculator/adding machine typewriter video display terminal or personalcomputer & photocopier*. Ability to apply principles to solve practical everyday problems; gather collate & classifyinformation about data people or things; complete routine forms & prepare standard reports & business correspondence;handle routine & sensitive inquiries from & contacts with other government officials general public claimants &/orproviders.
(*)Developed after employment.

A Little About Us:
With roughly 1500 employees in 7 offices across Ohio BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers. For Ohio employers we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.

Our Culture:

BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC strives to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee work groups participate in on-line forums and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills.

Our Vision:
To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.

Our Mission:
To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.

Our Core Values:
One Agency Personal Connection Innovative Leadership Relentless Excellence.

What our employees have to say:
BWC conducts an internal engagement survey on an annual basis. Some comments from our employees include:

• I have worked for BWC for 27 years and it has been a positive experience. I have worked with a wonderful group of people from management down to my co-workers
• So much opportunity for growth here the leadership from top to bottom is stellar the employees have pride in our agency - a great place to work!
• Coming up on 30 years and still love what I do and where I work!
• I find BWC to be a dynamic agency that not only provides a much-needed public service but also has a culture of learning and development where employees are encouraged to be a part of the agency as a whole.

If you are interested in helping BWC grow please click this link to read more and then come back to this job posting to submit your application!

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.