RISK MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST 1, 2, OR 3

About the role

Provide technical and specialized support for the Risk Management programs including property, general liability, transportation and worker's compensation. Assist department staff in monitoring of state risk exposures, reporting requirements and other risk management activities. Submit state insurance claims for general liability, worker's compensation, transportation and property to ORM in a timely manner. Administer all worker's compensation claims from initial report to resolution. Acts as the primary liaison between employees, insurance carrier, and third-party administrators (TPA). Authorize initial medical treatment for injuries/worker's compensation claims. Investigate workplace injuries and coordinate return-to-work programs. Ensure compliance with state worker's compensation laws and reporting requirements. Conduct training on workplace injury prevention and claims processes. Maintain claims tracker spreadsheets. Brief the Risk & Safety Manager on any issues that may arise. Provide administrative support for general liability, property, transportation and worker's compensation claims processing. Coordinate with claimants, supervisors and insurance adjusters to ensure all paperwork is provided for claims processing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Aid with insurance functions such as accident, property, safety, loss prevention and risk management.
• Available for some overnight travel.
• College degree or prior experience in claims, loss prevention or insurance.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining spreadsheets.
• Valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations.
• Perform functions of the position.
• Attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

Requirements

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellence in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Word) and Adobe Acrobat.
• College degree or prior experience in claims, loss prevention or insurance.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining spreadsheets.
• Valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Available for some overnight travel.
• Available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations.
• Perform functions of the position.
• Attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellence in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Word) and Adobe Acrobat.
• College degree or prior experience in claims, loss prevention or insurance.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining spreadsheets.
• Valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Available for some overnight travel.
• Available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations.
• Perform functions of the position.
• Attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

Skills

• Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Word).
• Adobe Acrobat.
• Claims processing.
• Communication skills.
• Spreadsheets management.
• Computer skills.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases.
• Sick leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases.
• Retirement: LASERS.

Pay

Salary indicates typical starting range. Level will be determined by qualifications. Salary ranges from $35,734 - $50,997 for MA-613, $38,230 - $54,562 for MA-614, and $40,914 - $58,365 for MA-615. Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only.

Schedule

The position activates during emergencies to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at Camp Beauregard in Pineville, LA. Must be familiar with the LMD emergency action plans and available for duty during all State Emergencies and All Hazards Events. Must be available for overnight travel and extended overnight travel.