Workers' Compensation Claims Examiner

Do you thrive at the intersection of safety, compliance, and people? Join us as a Workers' Compensation Claims Examiner and help drive a safer, healthier workplace for our employees and contractors. In this role, you'll manage workers' compensation, DOT/CDL compliance, and drug and alcohol programs while using data analysis to spot risks before they become incidents. You'll partner closely with HR, operations, and stakeholders to build a proactive safety culture, one where accountability, prevention, and continuous improvement are the standard.

PEMCCO Inc. is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to enhancing urban mobility and transforming transit systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality transit solutions that improve the lives of our communities. Join our team of passionate professionals and be part of a company that values integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Key Responsibilities:

Workers Compensation Claims- Capabilities/Potential Duties:

• Investigating and managing all workers' compensation claims, including those involving operators, mechanics, and CDL-regulated staff.
• Ensuring compliance with Maryland Workers Compensations Laws and Regulations; Labor and Employment Laws, and State of Maryland RTW policies and Directives. In conjunctions along with the WC Claim TPA.
• Maintaining HIPAA-compliant confidentiality while managing sensitive medical and employment data.
• Supporting labor relations by working closely with union representatives to ensure fair, transparent, and contract-compliant processes that are directly related to workers compensations claims and injured employees and return-to-work processes.
• Analyze trends in worker injuries, incidents, and claims to identify potential risks before they escalate.

Drug and Alcohol/DOT Compliance- Capabilities/Potential Duties:

• Compliance to 49 CFR 655 and 40
• Oversight of CDL medical qualifications and DOT driver compliance
• Managing return-to-duty and follow-up testing
• Administering testing for non-safety-sensitive positions
• Partnering with HR on job classifications and regulatory investigations

Safety Program Development & Data Analysis

• Collaborate with the Office of Safety to identify workplace risk trends through data analysis and incident tracking.

• Assist in designing and implementing new systems and programs to reduce worker injuries, incidents, and resulting claims.

• Support development and promotion of safety awareness campaigns based on data trends and areas of elevated risk.

• Maintain and report OSHA-mandated records (e.g., 300/301 logs) in compliance with federal requirements.

• Participate in corrective action planning and support follow-through to reduce future risk.

• Ensure continuous compliance with federal, state, and local laws affecting workforce safety and eligibility.

• Reduce operational risk through proactive monitoring and intervention strategies.

• Serve as the subject matter expert for workers' compensation and DOT compliance.

• Strengthen labor-management relationships through consistent and equitable application of policies.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with integrity at all times.

• Availability to travel locally for site visits, investigations, or field safety visits.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Tools & Systems Used:

• Drug & Alcohol Testing Platforms

• Workers' Compensation Case Management Systems

• HRIS / Compliance Systems

• Microsoft Office Suite

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Adept at cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., SHRM-CP, CHRC, CHSP, ASP, or similar).
• 3 to 5 years of experience managing workforce compliance programs, preferably in a transit, transportation, or unionized environment.
• Experience managing workers' compensation claims and familiarity with return-to-work programs.
• Working knowledge of DOT, FTA, and FMCSA regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience managing workforce compliance programs, preferably in a transit, transportation, or unionized environment.

Benefits

• 15 days of Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Whole Life Plus, Identity Theft, and Law Assure
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compensation

• $31.25 - $37.50 per hour, depending on experience.

PEMCCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.