What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers' Compensation Underwriter - 20067884 position at Ohio BWC (official)?
BWC’s core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site at one of BWC’s seven offices across the state.
What You’ll Be Doing
Required Experience and/or Education:
2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. as underwriter for insurance organization or for agency comparable to Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation.
Major Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of workers' compensation laws, policies & procedures regarding risk administration*; insurance & risk management, accounting or business administration; manual classifications; loss control; English grammar; oral & written business communication; public relations. Skill in use of video display terminal or personal computer*. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; read & understand technical reference manuals; write meaningful, accurate & concise reports; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers; calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; respond to sensitive inquiries from & contacts with employers & public.
(*)Developed after employment.
Organization
Workers' Compensation
Agency Contact Name and Information
a85603@bwc.state.oh.us
Unposting Date
Feb 24, 2025, 10:59:00 PM
Work Location
William Green Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$26.72/hr.
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 - 5:00
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Insurance
Technical Skills
Business, Insurance
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Decision Making, Responsiveness
Agency Overview
A Little About Us:
With roughly 1,500 employees in 7 offices across Ohio, BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers.
For Ohio employers, we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.
Our Culture
BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC employees strive to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee resource groups, participate in online forums discussing society’s impact on our services and workplace, and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills.
Our Vision
To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.
Our Mission
To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.
Our Core Values
One Agency, Personal Connection, Innovative Leadership, Relentless Excellence.
What Our Employees Have To Say
BWC conducts an internal engagement survey on an annual basis. Some comments from our employees include:
What You’ll Be Doing
- Analyze and process state fund and self-insured Professional Employer Organizations (PEO) and Alternate Employer Organizations (AEO) transactions
- Facilitate, analyze, and process Partial Transfer transactions
- Review and proficiently answer internal/external inquiries from PEO/AEO customers, TPAs, and BWC staff via email box and telephone
- Provide support to the unit’s Underwriting Consultants on daily tasks and team projects
- Assist in PEO audit review functions
Required Experience and/or Education:
2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. as underwriter for insurance organization or for agency comparable to Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation.
- Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in business, insurance & risk management, accounting, mathematical sciences or related field of study.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Major Worker Characteristics
Knowledge of workers' compensation laws, policies & procedures regarding risk administration*; insurance & risk management, accounting or business administration; manual classifications; loss control; English grammar; oral & written business communication; public relations. Skill in use of video display terminal or personal computer*. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; read & understand technical reference manuals; write meaningful, accurate & concise reports; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers; calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; respond to sensitive inquiries from & contacts with employers & public.
(*)Developed after employment.
Organization
Workers' Compensation
Agency Contact Name and Information
a85603@bwc.state.oh.us
Unposting Date
Feb 24, 2025, 10:59:00 PM
Work Location
William Green Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$26.72/hr.
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00 - 5:00
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Insurance
Technical Skills
Business, Insurance
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Decision Making, Responsiveness
Agency Overview
A Little About Us:
With roughly 1,500 employees in 7 offices across Ohio, BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers.
For Ohio employers, we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.
Our Culture
BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC employees strive to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee resource groups, participate in online forums discussing society’s impact on our services and workplace, and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills.
Our Vision
To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.
Our Mission
To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.
Our Core Values
One Agency, Personal Connection, Innovative Leadership, Relentless Excellence.
What Our Employees Have To Say
BWC conducts an internal engagement survey on an annual basis. Some comments from our employees include:
- BWC has been a great place to work as it has provided opportunities for growth that were lacking in my previous place of work.
- I have worked at several state agencies and BWC is the best place to work.
- Best place to work in the state and with a sense of family and support.
- I love the work culture, helpfulness, and acceptance I've been embraced with at BWC.
- I continue to be impressed with the career longevity of our employees, their level of dedication to service, pride in their work, and vast experience. It really speaks to our mission and why people join BWC and then retire from BWC.
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