Manager, Workers' Compensation na Port of Seattle

Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.

As a Manager, Workers’ Compensation, you will oversee all aspects of the Port's Self-Insured and Self-Administered Workers’ Compensation program and ensure program compliance with the rules and regulations under Title 51 of the Industrial Insurance Laws in the State of Washington. You will act as the System Administrator of the Origami claims management system.

• You will provide daily management, program oversight, and confidentiality to the processing and adjudication of claims and legal documents associated with claims.
• You will participate in settlement negotiations, recommend loss control strategies, and instruct Port personnel on workers’ compensation issues. 
• You will develop, recommend, and implement workers compensation policies and procedures, including setting targets for milestones, ensuring adherence to deadlines, and implementing cost-effective practices.
• You will participate in and support auditing activities by providing claim records and material as requested by external regulators such as the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Washington State Insurance Commission, and internal auditing personnel. 
• You will ensure the claims record management system interfaces with multiple internal and external systems to provide accurate record reporting and billing services. 
• You will provide claim and injury reporting to internal departments to assist executives, supervisors, human resources, and labor in risk mitigation strategies. You will also partner with the Health & Safety Program Managers to review and analyze specific exposures and assist with recommending injury prevention strategies.
• You will provide customer service by communicating with injured workers, vocational counselors, nurse case managers, physicians, insurance companies, private investigators, employee relations, labor unions, regulators, and internal and external legal counsel. 
• You will supervise, train, and collaborate with the Workers’ Compensation Claims Administrator and Workers' Compensation Administrative Assistant. 
• You will develop, conduct, evaluate, and document workers compensation curriculum and training to support workforce comprehension and compliance as required by state and federal regulations. 

• Experienced – You have five (5) years of experience adjudicating Washington State workers’ compensation claims, including managing self-insured and self-administered industrial insurance program under Title 51; and use of electronic claims management system, medical bill review, wage calculation and payment of employee workers' compensation claims, to include two (2) years of supervisory/lead/mentor experience including leading a program or process.
• Certifications – You are a Washington State Department of Labor and Industries- Certified Claims Adjudicator.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work.  At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Knowledgeable – You have knowledge of Title 51 Labor and Insurance laws of the state of Washington, Occupational Safety and Health Administration federal regulations, Washington Department of Safety and Health Labor and Industries regulations, Americans with Disabilities Act, Medical and surgical healthcare terminology and employment law.
• Efficient Communicator – You can communicate via written, oral, electronic and in-person pathways with a wide range of people of various educational backgrounds using various software tools for documentation and reporting. You can also collaborate with stakeholders across departments and divisions and various external professionals to ensure timely claim management and compliance.
• Analytical Leader – You can assess, interpret, and report data, processes, and equipment as they intersect and impact the workforce. You are also highly organized to lead and manage complex and technical programs and projects of various sizes across multiple departments.

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies.
• Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements. 
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.

Every role at the Port of Seattle is vital to our thriving community. We are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the world. With facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the West Coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability. Find out more here.

Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.