Pittsburgh Regional Transit is seeking a Assistant Manager – Workers’ Compensation to assist in managing the Workers’ Compensation function, including legal compliance, contract administration and processing of claims in accordance with the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act for Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT).

Essential Functions

• Manages the daily workflow of all assigned Workers’ Compensation staff. Prepares all fiscal year goals and objectives for assigned staff and submits those to the Director of Claims for review and approval. Prepares all performance reviews of all staff members and conducts performance reviews with all assigned staff. • Coordinates efforts necessary to administer the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act. • Handles communication with legal counsel on workers’ compensation cases; and assists with any communication with the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation regarding Workers’ Compensation cases. • Consults with physicians representing PRT on medical issues for cases requiring legal action; authorizes and approves state mandated indemnity and medical benefits.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED. • Bachelor’s in business administration, human resources management or directly related field from an accredited college or university. Directly related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Workers’ Compensation compliance and processing. • Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience. • Effective and professional communication skills. • Demonstrated ability in the use of Windows, Word, and Excel

Preferred Attributes

Salary

68796-103200/Year    

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