Position Summary
This position administers MSU’s Workers’ Compensation program. This includes review of claims and medical bills, consultations with doctors, staff and legal counsel to determine compensability and represent MSU in Michigan's Workers’ Compensation Agency. Works closely with LTD Vendor, employees and departments to administer MSU’s Long Term Disability process.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Resolves questions concerning employment status, whether disability is work-related, dates and amounts of payment, reports to the proper government authority, and communications with legal counsel to determine compensability. (40%)
- Reviews and analyzes Workers Compensation and LTD claims for validity. Prepares and submits weekly payroll and forwards claims to third-party vendor for payment on Workers Compensation. (30%)
- Assists in defending MSU at Michigan Workers’ Compensation Agency vs employees who have been denied or are being represented. Works with legal counsel to review documents and previous/pending case law to strategize cases pending for trial. (10%)
- Responsible for governmental reporting including MSU, State and Federal offices such as Medicare and OSHA. (10%)
- Works with departments on safety and health in the workplace. Including managing and analyzing data from bi-monthly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports. (5%)
- Assist employees via examining medical records for compliance with LTD, process, eligibility laws, and guidelines. Maintains appropriate communication with employees, departments, the LTD plan administrator, and peers within confidentiality requirements. (5%)
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is fixed at $65,000 – $69,595. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant experience within this range.
Remote Work Capability
This position is based in East Lansing, Michigan, on the campus of Michigan State University. Human Resources embraces flexible work options, and this position allows for a hybrid schedule (if desired), with regular onsite work required 2-3 days per week. All work schedules are assessed for impact to the work outcomes of the individual, team, and department – and must be pre-approved by the supervisor.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Human Resources Administration, Labor and Industrial Relations, or a related field; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in a comparable human resources field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Three to five years of experience in workers’ compensation or FMLA administration; working knowledge with Federal and State Laws such as ADA, FMLA and/or Michigan Workers’ Disability Compensation Act.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover Letter
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Website
https://hr.msu.edu/
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Bidding Eligibility ends September 23, 2025 at 11:55 PM
