Worker’s Compensation Administrator (Business Operations Administrator 2)

Our mission…

To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers’ compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

This position is with the Workers’ Compensation Division (WCD). WCD administers, regulates, and enforces the laws and administrative rules governing the Oregon workers’ compensation system.

This is a management service position and is not represented by a union.

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is eligible for hybrid remote work on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

Here’s what you will do:

As the Workers’ Compensation Division Administrator, you will serve the division by directing and setting the overall direction, policy, division priorities, and use of resources in order to carry out the administration of Oregon’s workers’ compensation law in accordance with ORS Chapter 656 and the rules adopted pursuant thereto, consistent with the agency director’s policies and priorities. This position is responsible for establishing division vision, mission, and goals.

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Minimum Qualifications:

Seven years of management experience; OR four years of management experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Requested Skills:

The person in this position must be an empathetic, fair-minded, and strong leader. Knowledge of executive management, legislative process, and public policymaking, as well as public speaking and excellent listening skills are required. Workers’ compensation system experience in benefit delivery, employer coverage, or both is preferred.

Application information:

• A resume and cover letter are required for this job posting. Please attach them in the “Resume / Cover Letter” section of the application.
• Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
• You may be asked to submit a skills assessment, a writing sample, or a video interview as part of the application screening process.