Workers Compensation Specialist - Risk Management

Workers Compensation Specialist - Risk Management

Salary

$52,255.00 Annually

Location

20 Interchange Drive, Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2603510

Department

Risk Management

Division

Risk Management Division

Opening Date

10/29/2026

Closing Date

11/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Purpose

Your next big opportunity starts here.... Join the Risk Management Department today as the next Workers Compensation Specialist. This position serves as the primary point of contact for injured City of Savannah employees. It focuses primarily on the daily handling of workers' compensation claims. It performs various administrative tasks in addition to coordinating with City staff, Dr's Office, Nurse Case Managers, Third Party Administrator and vendors in support of claims management to improve practices, service delivery, and reduce exposures.

We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!

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Essential Job Functions

• Develops and maintains a database to monitor number of employees on injury leave, medical compliance and anticipated return to work dates.
• Visits with occupational health clinics and physicians to maintain current knowledge and understanding of medical procedures and medications.
• Identifies employee safety concerns encountered while reviewing injury reports and refer issues to the Risk Coordinator.
• Collaborates with City departments in the development of alternative light duty assignments and facilitates employee's return to full duty.
• Arranges for the engagement of private investigators or other providers as needed to contest injury claims that may be considered fraudulent.
• Monitors and assesses workers compensation activities to ensure compliance with state of Georgia laws.
• Drafts updates to City policies to reflect changes in the Georgia Worker's Compensation Program.
• Enters, adjusts and makes corrections for injury leave usage by City of Savannah injured workers.
• Supports department leadership and outside City Attorneys with Workers Compensation claim analyses, documentation and information gathering as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Requires associate's degree in occupational health, Insurance, Safety Management, Ergonomics or other closely related field and two years' experience in the Worker's Compensation claims management field.

Requires CWCP certification. Worker's Compensation Adjuster License preferred.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to exercise discretion, tact, and navigate political environments.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Knowledge of basic legal terminology, liability procedures, policies, and laws.
• Knowledge of insurance claims terminology.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of research and analysis methods.
• Skill in the operation of computers and Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Skill in problem-solving in a customer-related environment.
• Skill in interpersonal relations
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

Minimum Standards

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Claims Program Manager who assigns work in terms of general instructions. The Claims Program Manager spot checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include Georgia Worker's Compensation Laws and practices, City of Savannah policies, and department standard operating procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related technical duties. The need to perform various duties at the same time contributes to the complexity of the position. Requires the application of a variety of procedures, policies, and/or precedents, and moderate analytic ability in adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to administer Worker's Compensation claims, provide assistance and information to claimants, third party administrator, vendors and clinics to facilitate employees' care and return to work. Successful performance in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of department and organizational operations.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Outside and inside contacts to carry out organization programs or occasional contacts with officials at higher levels on matters requiring cooperation, explanation, and persuasion, or work requiring enforcement of laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures. Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, medical clinics, third party adjusters, and vendors.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, resolve problems and justify decisions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office setting.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Please select your highest level of education.

• Bachelors degree or higher
• Associates degree
• High School Diploma
• None of the above

02

Do you currently hold a Certified Workers' Compensation Professional (CWCP) certification?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently hold a Workers' Compensation Adjuster License?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of professional experience do you have in workers' compensation claims management?

• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 4 years
• 4 - 6 years
• 6 or more years

05

How familiar are you with Georgia workers' compensation laws, regulations, and administrative requirements?

• No working knowledge
• Basic knowledge
• Working knowledge gained through professional experience
• Advanced knowledge gained through extensive professional experience

06

Briefly describe your experience managing workers' compensation claims from the initial injury report through claim resolution or the employee's return to work.

07

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Savannah

Address 6600 Abercorn Street

Suite 100

Savannah, Georgia, 31405

Phone 912-651-6484

Website http://www.savannahga.gov