Attorney 5 PN20064952

Our mission is to serve injured workers and Ohio employers through expeditious and impartial resolution of issues arising from workers’ compensation claims and through the establishment of adjudication policy.

What You’ll Do

The Ohio Industrial Commission is seeking a licensed attorney, preferably with Ohio workers’ compensation experience, to manage specific hearing process functions for the Columbus Region. Candidates must possess strong customer service skills and handle all communications with IC customers and staff in a professional manner. This position requires an individual who is detail-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to adhere to deadlines, prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

Under Administrative Direction Of Regional Manager, & Requires Knowledge Of Substantive & Procedural Law, Rules & Procedures Applicable To Operations Of Industrial Commission (IC) In Order To

• plan, direct, & serve as IC hearing administrator in assigned regional /district offices
• review work product & assist with the development & enforcement of policy affecting the hearing process
• issue compliance letters upon finding of good cause, with or without formal hearing, in all of the following areas: suspension requests, requests for the deposition of BWC & IC physicians, the issuance of subpoenas
• granting or denying of hearing continuances & cancellations, matters involving ORC Section 4123.522
• request for pre-hearing conferences & any other matters that will facilitate a free exchange of information prior to the formal hearing
• ensure that claim files are reviewed prior to hearing
• ensure that medical exams are conducted prior to hearings on occupational disease claims & specifically manages the processing of permanent total disability applications
• back up Regional Manager on processing & policy questions as needed
• monitor hearing administrator Case Manager baskets to ensure timely processing
• update information on CAS, ECM & Case Manager as needed
• prepare or route claims for Ex parte orders
• supervise lower level administrative, technical & support staff
• perform other duties as required (i.e., conducts performance evaluations of lower level employees)

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What’s In It For You

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after complete eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
  Deferred Compensation
  
  • The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
    Employee Development Funds

    The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

    Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

    Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code; 18 mos. exp. as licensed attorney; 6 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.

    Primary Location

    United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

    Work Locations

    William Green Building 09

    Organization

    Industrial Commission

    Classified Indicator

    Classified

    Bargaining Unit / Exempt

    Exempt

    Schedule

    Full-time

    Work Hours

    8:00 am – 5:00 pm

    Compensation

    $38.13 – $54.47

    Unposting Date

    Jul 21, 2022, 11:59:00 PM

    Job Function

    Attorney/Legal

    Job Level

    Manager / Supervisor

    Agency Contact Information

    614-466-2765