Assistant Workers' Compensation Examiner, WCB Item #5130

Candidates must be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service eligible list.

OR

Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or non-competitive 55 b/c service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

OR

Individuals certified eligible for the 55b/c program under the Governor’s Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55b/c of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must meet the minimum qualifications and provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED AND one year of full-time general office experience, performing tasks such as preparing correspondence, reports, statements and other material; operating office equipment; answering telephones; verifying, recording and processing forms and documents such as contracts and requisitions; and performing general clerical duties according to established procedures.

Under the direction of the Senior Workers’ Compensation Examiner, the incumbent will be responsible for answering phone inquiries via the Verizon System in a professional, courteous, and knowledgeable manner, answering correspondence received and providing employers with the information needed to resolve judgments. The incumbent will also be responsible for assisting in the preparation and processing of judgments; tracking judgments; maintaining pertinent information in the Bureau of Compliance’s Insurance Compliance System; assisting in the processing of legal documents for filing; and providing overall assistance to attorneys and the Senior Workers’ Compensation Examiner as needed.

Please Note: A hybrid telecommuting schedule can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview.

The Workers’ Compensation Board (Board) is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Board is dedicated to eliminating injustices and ensuring diversity in our workforce so we can better serve our staff and create a space where all feel safe to be themselves. To help meet those goals, we encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. We are looking for candidates who are committed to working in and contributing to an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, as well as inclusion, and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives.