Human Resources Coordinator

Job Description:

Human Resources Coordinator

Description

Summary

Minimum Salary: starting at $75,000.00 annually, depending on qualifications

The City of Waco Seeks:
A knowledgeable and customer-focused Human Resources professional who demonstrates strong technical expertise, exercises sound judgement in decision-making, and builds productive relationships with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders to serve as the City's Workers' Compensation Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications;
Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field
3 years of professional experience in human resources, worker's compensation management or an equivalent combination of education and related HR experience

Preferred:
Experience in claims management and worker's compensation
PHR or SHRM-CP

Position Overview:
Under general supervision, performs work in support of the Human Resources (HR) Department. Responsibilities include performing work related to evaluating and administering claims for City employees injured on the job. Ensures compliance with Texas Workers' Compensation procedures and insurance adjusting principles. The position assists in performing other HR related duties.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate all Workers' Compensation Claims with City departments and the Third-Party Administrator according to required timelines.
• Prepares and coordinates correspondence, notices, and/or letters relating to claims, as well as communicates with departments regarding employee claims status.
• Acts as a liaison between departments and the Third-Party Administrator.
• Receives and analyzes notifications of changes in policies, procedures, legislation, and regulations to the Workers' Compensation Act.
• Analyzes operational information, evaluates trends, and develops plans to meet future needs; assures effective communication of workers' compensation issues.
• Coordinates and assists City departments with the temporary duty assignment process.
• Provides training on the workers' compensation program.
• Coordinates with other HR areas related to FMLA, the ADA interactive process and benefits.
• May be required to travel to various City locations to assist with the Workers' Compensation process or other related HR programs.
• Informs supervisor of significant matters related to Workers' Compensation and seeks supervisory guidance on matters that are complex, unusual, high-risk to the employee or the City, and/or require legal counsel.
• May be required to respond after-hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Lives the City of Waco Values.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Longevity Pay
  • And More!
• Chance to do work you are passionate about
• Desire to give back

Salary:

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