Employee Safety Leave & Claims Specialist

About the role

The City of Cleveland is hiring an Employee Safety Leave & Claims Specialist. Working under administrative direction, the specialist assists with projects, programs and initiatives for a City division or department and serves as the specialist to the supervisor or manager of those projects. The role provides administrative support, keeps deadlines and budgets on track, and prepares reports, presentations and correspondence.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination and implementation of departmental safety programs, projects and initiatives.
• Assist with OSHA compliance, Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) reporting, the drug testing program and FMLA processing.
• Maintain related records, reports and documentation.
• Coordinate meetings, training and departmental communications.
• Prepare reports, monitor assigned projects and track deadlines.
• Collaborate with departmental personnel to support program objectives and operational needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Social Sciences or a closely related field preferred.
• One year of full-time paid experience in government or private industry required; a fellowship, apprenticeship or certification program can substitute.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license or state-issued identification card.
• Willingness to learn OSHA compliance, BWC reporting, FMLA processing and departmental drug testing procedures.

Required skills

• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products.
• Preparation of reports and presentations, and maintenance of accurate records.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred: exposure to OSHA regulations, workplace safety programs or BWC reporting; familiarity with FMLA processes and human resources procedures; basic understanding of workplace safety, risk management or hazard identification.
• OSHA (10) Voluntary Outreach General Industry and/or Construction training of at least 10 hours must be obtained within the first year of employment.