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Working Title: Workers’ Compensation Specialist

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Intermediate

Agency: Transportation Dept

+ **Job ID** : 90979

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 12/22/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 01/08/2026

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Administration / Workers Compensation

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position is responsible for administering and overseeing the regional workers’ compensation program to ensure compliance with Minnesota state workers’ compensation statutes; remain within the parameters of and in compliance with all applicable state, federal and DOT laws, rules, MnDOT Workers’ Compensation Policy, statewide policies, guidelines and contracts in order to mitigate agency financial impact.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of professional experience in the following areas:

+ Experience with MN Workers’ Compensation Laws and Rules (e.g., MS §§ 176.001 - 176.862) sufficient to.apply best practices in claims management and facilitate early return-to-work strategies;

+ Experience reviewing and summarizing medical documentation (e.g., Physician's Reports, Independent Medical Examination (IME) findings, treatment plans) sufficient to assess claim compensability and support effective case management within the context of Minnesota Workers’ Compensation;

+ Experience interpreting and applying findings from judicial orders and settlement agreements (e.g., Findings and Orders or Stipulations for Settlement) within the framework of Minnesota Workers’ Compensation, sufficient to effectively administer claims and advise stakeholders;

+ Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) or equivalent software, sufficient to manage data in spreadsheets (e.g., pivot tables, formulas) and draft official correspondence/reports;

+ Experience with basic math sufficient to conduct calculations related to benefit eligibility and payment coordination.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

Drug testing (if needed)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.