Hearing Representative - Workers Compensation - (Hybrid Schedule) - Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.

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Hearing Representative - Workers Compensation - (Hybrid Schedule)

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To represent client employers at hearings before the Industrial Commission and the Department of Job and Family Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attends all levels of hearings before the Industrial Commission on behalf of clients with the exception of legal issues.
• Creates follow-up hearing letters; enters hearing results in the TEAM system.
• Reviews files online or via CD for upcoming hearings; prepares necessary documentation to represent employer's interests.
• Reviews state files.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

High School diploma or GED required; college degree preferred. Current driver's license required.

Experience
Five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years experience in workers' compensation field in a high client-contact position and a good driving record.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Flexibility
• Ability to handle multiple and changing priorities
• Self-motivated and able to follow through on assignments
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking

NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $70,000 - $90,000 per year. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

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Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.