Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/29/20
Applications Due: 06/13/20
Vacancy ID: 81887
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyInsurance Fund, State
TitleInsurance Fund Hearing Representative
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade22
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $69603 to $88124 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 20%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Erie
Street Address 225 Oak St
City Buffalo
StateNY
Zip Code14203
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Reachable on current Civil Service eligible list used for filling this title; one year of permanent, competitive class services as an Insurance Fund Hearing Representative; or, one year of permanent, competitive class service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Examples of eligible titles include: Auditor 2 Insurance Premium, Claims Services Representative 2, Claims Services Representative 2 (Disability Benefits), Insurance Fund Services Specialist 3, Investigator 3 Comp Claims, Policyholder Services Representative 2, Underwriter 2, Underwriter 2 (Disability Benefits).
Duties Description Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Prepares (through review of Claims Center, eCase, other databases with pertinent information and contacts witnesses) to represent the interest of the policyholder and NYSIF at the WCB hearings and depositions.
- Represents NYSIF’s position at hearings and depositions in accordance with established guidelines.
- Takes necessary action to defend, preserve and create a record of pertinent issues on behalf of the policyholder and NYSIF.
- Completes timely hearing report summaries with findings, awards, documentation of the proceedings and a plan for further litigation to limit liability including the when appropriate, the need for an appeal.
- Directs, coordinates and reviews necessary forms related to the hearing process.
- Negotiates agreements and Section 32 settlements within approved guidelines.
- Prepares requests for Appeals and Memos of Law.
- Participates in training of themselves and of co-workers to acquire new skills and knowledge applicable to the WC Law, case law and procedures.
- Mentors and trains Claims Services staff.
- Participates in settlement conferences.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Natalie Mahoney
Telephone
Fax (518) 437-1618
Email Address hr@nysif.com
Address
Street 15 Computer Drive West
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12205
Notes on ApplyingCandidates should email resume and cover letter to hr@nysif.com. Please include the position title, Vacancy ID number, and your current Civil Service title on your cover letter.
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