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The Sr. Manager, Workers Compensation is responsible for taking a strategic and data driven approach to managing the company’s workers’ compensation programs and leveraging that approach across the enterprise.This position reports to the VP, Assistant General Counsel - Claims and is responsible for taking a strategic and data driven approach to managing the company’s workers’ compensation programs and leveraging that approach across the enterprise. The proactive approach contemplates not only active and forward-looking claims management, but also continuous development, implementation, and enforcement of processes related to the prevention, reporting, and handling of work injuries.Essential Job FunctionsManage complex workers’ compensation (WC) claims and high-level strategic projects simultaneously to reduce costs and improve outcomes.Conduct financial analyses of program metrics to evaluate trends in program costs, losses, and the effectiveness of process improvement initiatives.Develop and manage workers compensation/risk strategies and processes to support corporate and claims management strategic objectives.Develop and manage workers’ compensation-related performance metrics and benchmarks.Direct Third-Party Administrator (TPA) to ensure proactive and aggressive management of all workers' compensation claims from initial loss to closure.Oversee WC Return to Work (RTW) Program.Regularly obtain and review WC loss runs to ensure data accuracy and opportunities to close cases, reduce costs etc.Take lead role at quarterly WC claim review meetings.Monitor and evaluate the performance of selected defense attorneys.Stay current with key changes in the legal and regulatory environment impacting workers compensation.Manage workers’ compensation litigation budgets, evaluate adequacy of case reserves and advise on adjustments where necessary.Establish managed care procedures.Advise on reserves and settlements on higher severity workers’ compensation claims.Conduct analysis of claims data to evaluate effectiveness of WC program structure and TPA staffing.Ensure that insurance coverage positions are consistent with our policy language and contracts.Coordinate the assembly and execution of the discovery required by internal and external stakeholders.Coordinate reporting and investigation of work injuries with Operations and Safety.OSHA reporting, state-level compliance, and other government reporting and legal compliance as required and needed.Other duties as required.Minimum QualificationsAnalytic Skills: ability to think objectively, create, and interpret quantitative data setsProficient in use and application of data analytics and use of workers’ compensation related metricsCritical thinking and problem-solving skills to arrive at meaningful, lasting solutionsAbility to multi-task frequently and handle heavy task loadsStrong negotiating skillsStrong attention to detailMedical training a plus, but not requiredBachelor’s Degree (or equivalent work experience)6+ years of multi state workers compensation (complex, litigated cases) experience with corporation, insurance carrier, third party administrator and/or insurance brokerExperience with transportation-related claims preferredExtensive experience in CA workers’ compensation claims is strongly preferredCPCU, ARM, or other claims designation(s) preferredSalary:$85,000 - $110,000/year base salary + bonus eligibilityThis is an estimated range based on the circumstances at the time of posting, however, may change based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, market factors, geographical location, budget, and demandBenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits plan including:MedicalDentalVisionFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Life & AD&D InsuranceDisabilityPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysBEWARE OF FRAUD!Hub Group has become aware of online recruiting related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by Hub Group are using Hub Group’s name in fraudulent emails, job postings, or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mindHub Group will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a Hub Group job application.Hub Group does not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms such as Signal or Discord using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail.Hub Group job postings are posted on our career site: #J-18808-Ljbffr