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Workers' Compensation Dispute Resolution Specialist 12
Job Location:
Job Location:
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
m 2732 - 4682
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
27 August 2026 (27 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
24 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
- About this Job
Office of Workers Compensation
Division: Hearings District 5
Location: East Baton RougeLouisiana Works transforms lives and drives prosperity by putting people at the center of everything we do. We provide one seamless door where individualized solutions create new possibilities proving that when government works for people Louisiana works for everyone.
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TheWorkers Compensation Dispute Resolution Specialist 1/2will provide support services to the Workers Compensation (WC) Judge conduct research as well as prepares summaries to assist the Judge and Mediator in evaluating the legal and factual issues presented in Workers Compensation disputes.
TheOffice of Workers Compensation Administration (OWCA)in Louisiana oversees the enforcement and administration of workers compensation laws aiming to support early return-to-work efforts and improve workplace safety. The department manages disputed claims conducts hearings reviews medical treatment disputes and investigates fraud through collaborative efforts like the GAME ON task force.
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:- Communicating Effectively:The ability to convey information ideas and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
- Making Accurate Judgments:The ability to assess options weigh risks and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
- Thinking Critically:The ability to analyze information objectively identify connections across sources and form logical well-supported conclusions.
- Minimum Qualifications
- Three years of experience in workers compensation injury investigation insurance claims examining insurance claims investigation or insurance claims resolution; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
A bachelors degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. - Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
- Job Duties and Other Information
Job Details:
- Assist in the preparation of final legal documents such as dismissals orders and opinions rendered by the Workers Compensation Judge
- Timely scan exhibits and minutes after trials or hearings
- Properly and timely process and code minutes attorney fee petitions Unemployment and Social Security requests full dismissals and independent medical examination requests
- Act as safety coordinator for the office
- Prepare and forward monthly statistical report
Position Specific Details:
Location: Baton Rouge La
Appointment Type: Probational / Job Appointment / Promotional / Detail to Special Duty
Career Progression Group: Workers Compensation Dispute Resolution Specialist 1 or Workers Compensation Dispute Resolution Specialist 2
Please click on the links below to learn more about each job level:
Workers Compensation Dispute Resolution Specialist 1
Workers Compensation Dispute Resolution Specialist 2
How to Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on theApply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
All applicants selected for employment must submit to drug screening and a background check.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Kedrick Kennedy
Louisiana Works is an equal employment opportunity employer andSAME agency that serves as a model employer for the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities TDD#
Required Experience:
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