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Business Manager I

Augusta , Maine , United States | Workers' Compensation | Full-time

Apply by: June 10, 2025

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Workers' Compensation Board

Business Manager I

Opening Date: May 27, 2025

Closing Date: June 10, 2025

Job Class Code: 0041

Grade: 21

Salary: $41,070.40 – $66,456.00

Position Number: 029000381

JOB DESCRIPTION:This is professional services work of a managerial nature directing support functions of the Board's Claims Management Unit (CMU). The CMU is one of the Board's core administrative units and is responsible for processing and verifying accuracy of mandatory regulatory filings for workers' compensation claims. Responsibilities include setting and enforcing unit policies, coordinating with Board professional staff and providing input to development of Board policies, rules and statutory provisions. Supervision is exercised over professional, technical and clerical employees. Work is performed under limited supervision.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

Plans, organizes, assigns and directs the work of staff to facilitate attainment of unit work goals and ensure consistent application of Board policies, procedures and guidelines. Manages unit operations and programs to establish operational priorities; coordinates operations with other units to ensure program objectives and standards are established and attained. Analyzes operational conditions in order to recommend improvements in policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

+ Knowledge of workers' compensation laws, rules, policies and procedures.Knowledge of State civil service laws and rules.

+ Knowledge of business management.

+ Knowledge of office management procedures and practices.

+ Knowledge of personnel management.

+ Knowledge of employee training and development.

+ Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.

+ Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

+ Ability to establish program objectives and performance goals and assess progress.

+ Ability to plan, assign and direct the work of others.

+ Ability to initiate, implement and evaluate administrative procedures.

+ Ability to use applicable computer programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, training, and/or experience in Business/Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, or another related field demonstrating competency in coordinating business operations, reviewing and maintaining records, and acting in a leadership capacity.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

+ Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

+ Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

+ Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).

+ Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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