Position Information The full salary range for the Worker's Compensation and Disability Management Analyst is $66,500.00 - $118,300.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $92,400.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
The Worker's Compensation and Disability Management Analyst supports both the UCR Workers' Compensation and Disability Management Programs by ensuring the prompt submission of relevant information to the University, UC Third-Party Claims Administrator, and to the UCR Disability Management office. Under general supervision, the Analyst administers UCR's Early Return-To-Work Program for occupational and non-occupational injuries/illnesses according to established policy, regulations, and overall program direction. The Analyst will also assist with UCR's Disability Management program by liaising with staff and faculty who are requesting reasonable accommodations, coordinating program documentation, executing early phases of the Interactive Processes, performing alternative job searches, and other activities as necessary to support the program.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Education Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. (Required)
- Degree in public health, wellness, health education/promotion, exercise science/kinesiology or health related field. (Preferred)
Experience Requirements- 4 - 7 years of related experience. (Required)
- Experience working in higher education or public sector. (Preferred)
Minimum Requirements Strong in-depth knowledge of organization policies and procedures; knowledge of functional area and understands how work may impact other areas. Analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills. Excellent computer literacy skills, with demonstrated skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of principles, theories, and best practices of worksite health promotion programs, and health promotion/behavior change, risk reduction, workers' compensation and occupational health and safety. Must be current on HIPAA requirements and associated confidentiality issues. In-depth knowledge of all benefit programs in order to provide information and interpretation. Comprehensive knowledge of the organization's employee benefits function and programs and can address unique circumstances as well as routine situations. Strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in teams, and with a diverse population of faculty, staff, community partners and vendors. In-depth knowledge of applicable state and federal law. Demonstrates strong writing, speaking and group presentation skills in order to
present information in a clear and concise manner to multiple levels in the organization.
Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated skill and proficiency in assessing employee health, illness and injury status and providing a recommended plan of action. Ability to provide guidance as it relates to education on health and wellness related topics such as nutrition, exercise, weight management, stress management, and tobacco cessation. Ability to communicate in Spanish.
Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview