Requisition # 25440. Salary Range: $85,400.00 – $136,700.00 per year. Application Closes: not posted.
Job Description
Overview
REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co-op, you do your best work with the support to live your best life. And you play a part in shaping the future of the outdoors, for people and our planet.
This position contributes to REI’s success through the development, implementation and oversight of a comprehensive environmental, health, and safety program to reduce risk and potential losses due to accidents and injuries, compliance violations, or hazardous conditions. This position contributes to the strategic direction of the EHS program for operational teams across the co-op. Models and acts in accordance with REI’s guiding values and mission. Responsibilities and Qualifications
Responsibilities
Supports implementation of the Environmental Health and Safety programs according to corporate safety strategy.
Works to foster ownership and accountability for EHS at all levels.
Plans, develops, and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
Plans and conducts periodic audits, inspections and walkthroughs of assigned facilities to validate compliance to Co-op standards and local, state, and federal agency regulations including, but not limited to OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
Conduct Job Hazard Analysis and other hazard assessments including ergonomic evaluations
Assists operational management teams with developing action plans to address safety deficiencies.
Reports or reviews findings from accident investigations, facilities inspections, and/or environmental testing.
Researches, validates and reports on facility health and safety trends, including incident frequency and severity rates and reviews incident trends and performs root cause analysis.
Ensures inspection programs for facilities, machinery, and safety equipment are being administered effectively to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.
Recommends process and product changes to reduce employee exposure to workplace hazards.
Drives or participates on cross-functional improvement teams.
Provides guidance and direction on crisis and emergency situations including natural disasters, emergencies, and workplace violence in collaboration with key partners.
Establishes and supports employee safety training.
Qualifications
Five or more years of progressive work experience in the EHS discipline.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage program implementation and tracking.
Display effective partnership-based problem solving, organizational and analytical skills.
Knowledge of EHS principles as well as applicable state and federal requirements.
Self-directed and results oriented team member.
Has a successful history of utilizing a partnership-focused and data-led leadership methodology.
Ability to direct, train and mentor at all levels.
Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication as well as the ability to develop rapport and credibility at all levels.
Display effective problem solving, organizational and analytical skills.
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
May require 50%+ travel.
Creates an effective, mutually supportive work spirit and culture where people can do their best.
Establishes trust and inspires others.
Makes effective organization and people decisions in a manner consistent with REI’s values and ethics.
Delivers on commitments and holds others to same.
Champions the organization and advocates solutions in the overall Company’s best interest.
Uses business knowledge, innovative thinking, and sound judgment in the solution of problems or the pursuit of business opportunities.
Consolidates information from various sources including feedback from others to reach sound conclusions.
Considers the ultimate impact of recommendations and actions on internal and external customers.
Knows how to fosters change in organizational culture.
CSP or advanced certification/degree with an EHS focus
Closing
At REI, we believe the outdoors is for all. We are committed to becoming a fully inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization. We know that there’s strength in our diversity – that each employee brings unique skills, experiences, and perspectives. Every day you are driving change, fostering a culture of respect, and knowing you’re backed by benefits that support your whole life. To work towards this commitment and fulfill our brand promise of inspiring and enabling a life outside for everyone, we seek employees who demonstrate different ways of working, create a sense of belonging, and actively listen and learn.
Pay Transparency
We are committed to practices that promote pay equity and transparency. As required by applicable Pay Transparency laws, REI provides a range of compensation for roles that may be hired in locations under these requirements. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include a wide array of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic location or other relevant factors.
REI offers all regular employees a generous employee discount, access to health benefits, a retirement savings plan and accrued time off. Click here for a detailed overview of benefits plans by employee profile.
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity. We welcome members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S community members, and others to apply.
BOLI has an opening for one Intake Investigative Officer (Civil Rights Investigator 1) position in the Civil Rights Division. This position will be based in our Portland office. The successful candidate may also be eligible to work a hybrid schedule.
This is a permanent, full-time, SEIU represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.
What’s In It For You
Permanent, full-time employment
Work/life balance, vacation, sick leave, 11 paid holidays a year, and personal days off
Below is a sampling of job duties. It is not meant to encompass all duties.
Complaint Intake and Jurisdictional Screening
Respond to complex public inquiries made by telephone, email, letter or in person from a diverse customer base, including persons who do not speak English, regarding agency jurisdiction in accordance with state and federal civil rights statutes and Oregon administrative rules.
Interpret and provide explanation of Oregon Revised Statutes and administrative rules both to external and internal interested persons.
Plan and conduct the preliminary intake investigative interview with the complainant to collect relevant available information to support a prima facie case/drafting of a formal complaint.
Intake Analysis
Review civil rights complaint questionnaires; identify applicable civil rights laws and administrative rules; and determine whether sufficient evidence is available for drafting a formal complaint.
Based on analysis of complaint and information collected during intake interview, identify all possible allegations of applicable civil rights statutes and administrative rules
Determine appropriate classification and disposition of civil rights complaint questionnaires into one of three categories for the purpose of optimizing agency resources
Investigation and Case Analysis
Simultaneously conduct multiple investigations pertaining to Compliance / enforcement of civil rights statutes and administrative rules to either resolve complaints or issue Complaint Dismissal Memo or Substantial Evidence Determination
Identify relevant facts and issues necessary for any finding of a violation
Identify and seek to obtain sources of relevant evidence, including but not limited to document requests and witness interviews, per OAR 839-003-0065
Interview witnesses via telephone or in person, at BOLI’s offices or onsite, according to the needs of the case
Obtain documentary evidence
Why Join Us
Our mission…
Led by Labor Commissioner Christina Stephenson, the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) works to ensure that Oregon jobs are good jobs, where workers get paid what they are owed and have a discrimination-free work environment. BOLI protects workers’ rights through enforcement of state labor laws, ensures adherence to civil rights law in public spaces and housing, promotes the development of a highly-skilled workforce through registered apprenticeship programs, and provides training and confidential assistance to Oregon employers so they have the tools they need to comply with workplace rules.
Working Conditions:
This position is in an office environment and requires regular use of computer and phone equipment for primary duties. It presents frequent interruptions and requires production work. There is frequent interaction with the general public on a regular basis by phone, e-mail, correspondence and in person, sometimes involving highly sensitive, emotional and/or hostile people.
This Is What You Need to Qualify:
Two years of experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) related to the class concept that includes the collection and analysis of facts and making recommendations based on such
The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:
Understanding of BOLI Civil Rights requirements and jurisdiction
Critical thinking, analytical skills, and strong writing skills are required.
Awareness of legal issues and concepts; legal training is desired but not required.
Tact and discretion to address matters frequently involving sensitive issues such as (but not limited to) disability discrimination, race discrimination, and sexual harassment.
Skill in working with persons of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, sexual identity, and racial, ethnic, religious, educational, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and within established timelines.
Fluency in Spanish is desired but not required.
How to Apply
Click on the “Apply” link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date.
The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
Attach your current resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes for this position. Failure to attach requested documents may result in your application being removed from consideration. These attributes will be used to determine which candidates move forward in the process.
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Additional Information
Veterans’ Preference – Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process. Click on the following link for additional information on Veterans’ Preference.
Employment will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.
Work Authorization – The Bureau of Labor and Industries does not offer visa sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.
If you have a disability or otherwise require an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us at:
Requisition # R24708. Salary Range: $79,000 to $104,000. Application Closes: until filled.
At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
JOB SUMMARY
The Sr. EHS&S Specialist will lead all aspects of Environment, Health, Safety & Security for the Polaris Monticello manufacturing facility located in Monticello, MN. The Polaris Monticello facility operations include aluminum diecast, machining and assembly with approximately 175 employees operating on two shifts. The Sr. Specialist ensures compliance with internal and external EHS regulatory requirements including local, state and federal requirements. This individual helps lead site implementation of Polaris enterprise-wide Environmental, Health, Safety and Security policies, procedures and initiatives, promotes cross-site standards and best practice sharing, and participates on enterprise-wide EHS project teams.
This position will be a member of the Corporate EHS team and the site leadership team, and currently has two EHS Tech positions reporting to it.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Understands, implements and ensures compliance with all applicable Environmental, Health, Safety and Security regulations, Polaris objectives, policies and procedures
Implements requirements pertaining to environmental compliance, pollution prevention and resource efficiency
Oversees and manages regulatory agency inspections
Conducts routine safety and environmental inspections and audits; ensures compliance with internal and external regulatory standards, corrects on-the-spot violations; informs department of findings, recommends corrective or preventative measures, and performs follow-up inspections
Provides technical assistance to plant personnel on safety and environmental issues.
Works with corporate staff to promote cross-site consistency regarding safety and environmental issues, goals and management systems at all Polaris operating locations.
Plans and coordinates safety and environmental training programs; prepares materials; coordinates, schedules and presents training classes; evaluates program effectiveness. (e.g. Hazard Communication, Lock Out Tag Out, Hazardous Waste Management, Storm Water Management, etc.)
Assists with ergonomic assessments and provides support and advice for the continuous improvement of job processes
Leads incident investigations to identify root cause of unplanned incidents and ensures corrective action measures are executed in a timely manner.
Proactively investigates near misses and analyzes EHS reports and facility statistics for trends and patterns to identify potential improvement opportunities.
Serves as a resource on facility wide issues related to personnel and asset safety, EHS compliance, emergency action planning and site security
Provide monthly metric and initiative updates to key site leaders
Reviews capital projects and contract work to assure compliance with environmental and safety requirements
Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in industrial environmental, health and safety function in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing environment
Bachelor’s degree required with emphasis in Occupational Safety, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or related fields preferred.
Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Must have great communication, record keeping, and organizational skills
Must have experience and understanding of Machine Guarding rules and regulations and be able to apply those to multi-faceted automated equipment processes
Must have experience and understanding of Lock Out, Tag Out rules and regulations and the ability to apply this understanding to a wide range of equipment
Must be able to read and understand safety/environmental rules & regulations
Must be able to conduct effective employee training programs
Must be able to build relationships, exercise influence and lead change to meet EHS objectives
Ability to work autonomously, and be resourceful in problem-solving
Diecast and Machining experience is a plus
The salary range for Minnesota is $79,000 to $104,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography
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To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris’ high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com
EEO Statement
Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).
The Safer Consumer Products (SCP) Program is a passionate and diverse team of scientists, engineers, market researchers, and analysts working to protect California’s people and the environment by advancing the design, development, and use of chemically safer products. SCP is seeking a Research Data Specialist III who will be responsible for supporting our Market Research Unit by providing expert consultative services and advice about major and complex economic, fiscal, and market research analyses.
As a Research Data Specialist III you will have the opportunity to:
Lead and conduct the most complex economic analyses utilizing advanced and innovative methodologies, techniques, and tools to ensure appropriate and effective regulatory implementation
Lead a diverse team to evaluate and apply economic models including, but not limited to Wassily Leontief’s input-output model and IS-LM model in order to evaluate economic and fiscal impacts
Evaluate and determine the potential use of the models to track the flow of resources and chemicals through the California economy to ensure appropriate information is considered when identifying chemical/product combinations
Lead teams to plan, design, and implement major complex market research studies and projects; Teams will collect and evaluate product markets, supply chains, economic and sales data from reports, databases, surveys, and other sources of information to ensure the identification and selection of priority products under the SCP regulations as well as to ensure identification of responsible entities during compliance and enforcement activities
Identify and secure access to relevant data sources in order to characterize product markets and supply chains
Directs a diverse team in complex demographic research in order to determine the scope and parameters of research criteria and performs statistical studies involving the assessment of demographic patterns and trends related to chemicals of concern
Desirable Qualifications We Look For:
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and analysts
Experience and knowledge related to conducting economic and fiscal impact statements pursuant to Government Code Section 11346.5 and Department of Finance requirements, including Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessments for major regulations
Knowledge of principles, practices, and tools related to market analysis and research, including economics, demographic studies, data collection and management, product markets and supply chains
Experience developing and using software tools, models, and informatic approaches to collect, maintain, evaluate, visualize, and understand large data sets
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
A hybrid telework schedule may be available for this position. In-office 4 days a week. You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. RESEARCH DATA SPECIALIST III
This position can be located at the Sacramento Headquarters Office,Berkeley Regional Office, Chatsworth Regional Office, or Cypress Regional Office.
There are no offices available in the Berkeley Regional Office, or Cypress Regional Office and should the candidate choose to be office centered, they will be provided with a cubicle but would have access to private space when needed for confidential conversations.
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is a member of the boards, departments, and offices (BDO) within the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA).
Our Mission: To protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products.
Our Vision: All of California is thriving in a healthy environment.
Our Core Values: DTSC values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect California’s people, communities, and environment from toxic substances, to enhance economic vitality by restoring contaminated land, and to compel manufacturers to make safer consumer products. Join DTSC to improve the lives of all Californians!
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified.
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using 12pt Arial font, and normal margins.
Your SOQ should address the following:
1. Please describe your interest in this position and the knowledge, abilities, experiences, and attributes that make you uniquely qualified, keeping in mind the desirable qualifications listed above, and the main job duties described in the attached duty statement.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 3/21/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages: You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Toxic Substances Control Headquarters, Attn: Talent Acquisition, P.O. Box 806, Sacramento, CA95812-0806.
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Toxic Substances Control, CalEPA Talent Acquisition, 1001 I Street, Sacramento, CA95814-2828. Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date. 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM.
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications – A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Please refer to the “Special Requirements” section above for additional information.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website:http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact: Talent Acquisition (279) 895-5034 Talent@dtsc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Valerie Ruvalcaba (916) 445-2922 Valerie.Ruvalcaba@dtsc.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department’s EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Office (916) 324-3095 OCR@dtsc.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Application Instructions
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section. Applications must be postmarked on or before the final filing date.
For mail-in or drop-off applications, please include JC# 469427 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application.
Pending Budget Approval – DTSC will obtain all necessary approvals prior to extending a job offer.
Foreign Degrees
Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degree/ transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.
DO NOT include any confidential information in your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.).
Examination Information
List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Research Data Specialist III, please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Link to Event Website is here. Application Closes: March 31, 2025.
Applied learning fellowships
The Center for Disaster Resilient Communities offers training in environmental and public health disaster research methods and skills for up to 25 advanced graduate students and early career hazards and disaster researchers a year from across the United States. The goal of this program, Investigations in Disasters and Emergencies: Advancing Applied Learning in Disaster Research Response (IDEAAL DR2), is to increase the knowledge and awareness of environmental and public health disaster research methods and skills among interdisciplinary, early career researchers who are interested in conducting public health-focused hazards and disaster research. The CDRC is partnering with the The William Averette Anderson Fund for Hazard and Disaster Mitigation Education and Research, also known as the Bill Anderson Fund (BAF) to design and administer this program.
The program’s fellowship consists of prerequisite readings and online training, an in-person, highly interactive weeklong intensive set of five modules and an applied research experience. The weeklong in-person component of this research-training program is held at the University of Washington campus in Seattle. During this in-person portion, participants will receive hands-on training in public and environmental health disaster research methods and skills. This year, the short course will be held from August 4 to 8, 2025. After completion of this in-person component of the course, participants will return to their home institutions to complete their research projects. Monthly workshops will be held to further expand on hazards and disasters research methods and topics.
The time commitment for this program includes online pre-course training not to exceed 20 hours over the course of two months and a week of in-person instruction at the University of Washington campus in Seattle. Activities after the short course include monthly training workshops and peer learning group meetings in the year following the in-person week to support development of participants’ individual research projects.
Learning Objectives
The learning objectives covered by the in-person training are as follows:
1. Foundations of disaster research
Explain the role and importance of conducting research in the context of disasters and public health emergencies.
Describe administrative and logistical roadblocks to the conduct of public environmental health research in the context of a disaster.
Explain key ethical considerations when designing and implementing research in the context of a disaster.
Design strategies to minimize health and safety risks while conducting research in the context of a disaster.
2. Reciprocity and research communications
Demonstrate the ability to promote fair treatment and meaningful involvement of affected communities in efforts to address and investigate issues that exacerbate their disaster risk.
Identify strategies for development of hazards and disaster research before, during and after a disaster with response partners and affected groups of people.
Apply principles of risk and science communication to communicate with response partners before, during and after a public health emergency.
Explain key components of public health emergency response, including emergency plans, key stakeholders and the incident command system (ICS).
3. Disaster research methods
Explain applications of implementation science, exposure science, epidemiology, and data science in disasters, as well as key considerations to using these approaches in a disaster context.
Compare and contrast different scientific approaches to conducting environmental and public health research in the context of a disaster.
Generate research questions that apply environmental and public health scientific approaches.
4. Tools and instrumentation for disaster research
Identify and select appropriate methods and tools to collect perishable data in the context of a disaster.
Describe approaches and support to safely, securely and rapidly curate, manage and share perishable data collected to answer environmental and public health disaster research questions.
5. Disaster research design and implementation
Identify funding sources and develop competitive grants applications to support disaster research response.
Design and implement an environmental and public health disaster research project that results in a paper of publishable quality.
Who Should Attend / Scholar Eligibility
Early career researchers, including but not limited to assistant professors, research scientists, postdoctoral scholars, advanced graduate students and others in equivalent roles in non-university settings who are interested in performing environmental and public health disaster research are eligible and encouraged to apply.
Practitioners at government agencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis if they have the capacity and organizational support at their workplace to conduct their own research studies or partner with research teams at academic institutions.
This program is designed for researchers based in the United States. International applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Compensation and Financial Support
Need-based travel stipends are available for travel to Seattle for the week of in-person training.
Timeline
Application opens: February 28, 2025
Application review: March 31, 2025 (9 p.m. Pacific)
Applicants notified: Applications received by the priority application deadline will be notified by no later than April 30, 2025.
Application Instructions
To apply, please complete the online application form. The application includes four short answer questions that range from 200-350 words and a place to upload your current resume or CV. There is also a set of optional demographic questions. This information will be used to evaluate our outreach and recruitment processes and will not be used to assess your application nor will they be shared with those evaluating your application.
A version of the application questions is available to download. We recommend that applicants draft their short answer questions in a separate document as the REDCap may not reliably spell check or track word count.
Review Criteria
Applications will be reviewed by at least two members of the IDEAAL DR2 program team.
Applicants will be selected based on the following criteria:
Research Training: Demonstrated training or experience in research related to the health impacts of disasters or public health emergencies.
Foundational Knowledge: Demonstrated public health foundational knowledge, including through prior coursework, training, research or applied practice experience(s). *This includes mental health and other broad health implications.
Impact of Training – Research Interests: Has identified a research question or interest related to public health disasters (type of disaster, health impact, etc.).
Impact of Training – Ethical Research: Demonstrated commitment to and/or ability to execute ethical and transparent research.
Impact of Training – Reciprocity: Demonstrated commitment to reciprocal research practices.
Partner outreach and science communication: Demonstrated interest, training and/or experience with partner and/or community engagement and outreach, or science communications.
Questions
Questions regarding the program, application process and/or eligibility can be directed to Juliette Randazza via email at jrandazz@uw.edu. Questions regarding the BAF IDEAAL fellow eligibility and programming can be directed to Nnenia Campbell via email at nnenia@billandersonfund.org.
Requisition #: 5458752004. Salary Range: not posted. Application Closes: open until filled.
About Redwood Materials
Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 to create a circular supply chain for electric vehicles and clean energy products, making them more sustainable and driving down the cost for batteries. We’re doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of recycled and sustainable materials in the global battery supply chain.
Environmental Health and Safety Technician
Redwood Materials is looking for an EHS Technician to join our growing EHS team! The successful candidate will be responsible for the performance of tasks in industrial hygiene monitoring, safety audits, respiratory protection, spill mitigation, incident investigation, job hazard analysis (JHA), environmental inspections, and hazard recognition and mitigation. The EHS Technician supports day-to-day operations by handling plant EHS inspections, improving employee engagement, collecting, and recording EHS information, and driving continuous improvement of overall EHS processes and systems.
Responsibilities will include:
Identifies and addresses environmental, health and safety risks and impacts, and compliance requirements.
Escalates issues where necessary and follows up to ensure successful resolution.
Ensures proper labeling and storage of various waste streams according to regulations
Provide emergency spill response and cleanup
Continually identify and investigate opportunities for waste minimization and cost savings
Conduct daily, weekly, monthly EHS inspections (Hazardous waste, SWPPP, VOE’s,) and input data into EHS databases.
Support the incident investigation process through incident documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Perform task safety assessments using job hazard analysis and development of Standard Work Instructions (SWI)
IH Sampling, including noise and indoor air quality
Providing respirator fit testing
PAPR Hygiene Program including sanitizing and refurbishing respirators
Confined Space Rescue / Attendant
Ergonomic Assessments
Support environmental compliance and emergency response
Collaborate closely with multiple levels of the organization including Operators, Engineers, and Leadership
Represent EHS in our battery processing and manufacturing facilities guiding operators and technicians in safe work practices and behaviors
Desired Qualifications:
3 or more years working as an EHS technician in a manufacturing, mining, or chemical processing environment.
This position covers the 6:00 pm to 6:00 am shift and the ability to work professionally and independently is a key requirement.
Able to communicate and engage effectively with management, EHS leaders, site operations teams, contractors, and vendors.
Capacity to work independently and safely with minimal supervision
Proficient at MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook
Ability to perform the necessary physical tasks associated with the position including bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing stairs and ladders, standing, and walking (multiple level building) up to 12 hours daily, and an ability to work in manufacturing and construction environments
Ardent team mentality and effective communication skills
Able to respond to hazardous spills, battery thermal events, and employee incidents
Well organized, excellent attention to details and a passion for all things Environment, Health, and Safety
Preferred certification:
Hazardous Waste Generator RCRA Training
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 – General Industry certification
Hazard Communication OSHA Training
HAZWOPER 40 Training
Forklift Operation Certification
A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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Requisition # 2025-CPRP1314-01520. Salary Range: $55,584.00 – $88,800.00 Annually, depending on experience. Application closes: March 18th, 2025.
Overview of Position
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Climate Pollution Reduction Rulemaking Planner (Environmental Planner 3) (In-Training)within the Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP).
This is a project position that is funded until June 30, 2026.
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of one day per week is required in the office.
You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Duties
As the Climate Pollution Reduction Rulemaking Planner in the Policy and Planning Section, you will project manage and engage with rulemaking and projects that provide the regulatory foundation to ensure a healthy environment for Washingtonians. You’ll be analyzing and developing rules to implement major climate pollution reduction legislation, such as the Motor Vehicle Emissions Standards, Limiting Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Hydrofluorocarbons Emissions Reduction, Climate Commitment Act, and the Clean Fuels Program.
In this role, you will orchestrate the development of rules and plans to protect public health and the environment. You’ll engage with technical experts throughout the Department of Ecology for rule development, as well as provide expertise and policy development assistance to other teams throughout the program. Rulemaking related to climate pollution reduction is highly complex and controversial, laws are potentially subject to multiple legal interpretations, leading to heightened political sensitivity, polarized interest from various parties, and a heightened potential for litigation. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong communicator and critical thinker, with a passion for the environment and project management to join our dynamic team. If you’re excited by this challenge, we welcome you to apply!
Additional duties will include:
Coordinate the development and implementation of rulemaking and policy related to all aspects of climate pollution regulations.
Prepare all required documents for each phase of rulemaking, including rule development plans, environmental checklists, written response to comments, implementation plans, technical reports, and administrative regulations.
Develop a project management plan for each assigned agency rulemaking action and facilitate project teams to identify regulatory options, reach consensus, and make recommendations.
Work with agency technical experts to understand issues, review options, and develop preliminary draft rule language.
Research and analyze policy and technical issues related to rulemaking to incorporate information into rule proposals to ensure they meet the goals of state law.
Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings to offer Washington residents the opportunity to interact with rule writers and technical and policy experts and provide input on the development of rules and policies.
Write reports and other materials to relay complex information in a manner best suited for the audience.
Facilitate public meetings, listening to questions and gathering input in a professional manner to ensure all speakers are heard and their ideas considered.
Qualifications
This position offers an in-training plan and may be filled at the Environmental Planner (EP) 2 or 3 level, depending on your qualifications. If you qualify at the EP2 level and are hired, you will progress through an in-training plan to become an EP3 within a specified time period.
For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our Recruitment website.
Required Qualifications:
At the Environmental Planner 2 level (In-Training)Pay Range 52, $4,632 – $6,227 monthly
Seven years of experience and/or education which may include some or all of the following:
Developing policy or rules for government.
Land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning and/or program development.
Geography, land use, or environmental law.
Public administration with an environmental emphasis.
Finance, business administration, or economics.
Developing or analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations related to equity or environmental justice.
Examples of how to qualify:
7 years of experience.
6 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
4 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
3 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
1 year of experience AND a Master’s degree or above.
1 year of experience as an Environmental Planner 1, at the Department of Ecology.
At the Environmental Planner 3 level (Goal Class)Pay Range 59, $5,501 – $7,400 monthly
Eight years of experience and/or education which may include some or all of the following:
Developing policy or rules for government.
Land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning and/or program development.
Geography, land use, or environmental law.
Public administration with an environmental emphasis.
Finance, business administration, or economics.
Developing or analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations related to equity or environmental justice.
Examples of how to qualify:
8 years of experience.
7 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
6 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
5 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
4 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
2 years of experience AND a Master’s degree or above.
1 year of experience as an Environmental Planner 2, at the Department of Ecology.
Desired Qualifications:
Planning: Ability to identify tasks, activities, work plans and timelines needed to achieve key results.
Policy Development: Knowledge of the policy development processes.
Technical Writing: Ability to learn, understand, and communicate data and technical information.
Demonstrated experience using equity assessments and environmental justice analyses.
Understanding of Tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, government-to-government relationships, inherent rights of indigenous people, and since time immemorial tribal culture and history.
Experience communicating findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Our Commitment to DEIR
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIRis both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Application Process
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete. For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website.
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Joshua Griceat Joshua.Grice@ecy.wa.gov.
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Climate Pollution Reduction Program
The Climate Pollution Reduction Program’s (CPRP’s) mission is to implement policies and programs to reduce carbon emissions in the state of Washington so that the state meets its statutory greenhouse gas emission limits. The CPRP focuses long term, requiring creative and strategic decision making for implementation to achieve broad statewide and interstate success reducing carbon emissions in the state of Washington so residents have a healthy environment and climate.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Equal Opportunity Employer:The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
The link to learn more and apply is here. Stipend: $3,500.00. Application closes: March 15, 2025.
The Northwest Center for Public Health Practice (NWCPHP) supports students working on a variety of projects in Washington, Alaska, Idaho, and Oregon.
Approximately twenty practice-based projects in public health organizations will be funded up to $3,500 each during the 2024–25 school year. Stipends are distributed directly to students and are intended to help them defray living expenses during their hands-on learning experience.
Project Types
Faculty-Student Collaborative Projects: Must involve a faculty member and a student working in close collaboration to enhance public health services to medically underserved communities. Faculty and student collaborative projects may include research projects or community interventions identified by a governmental public health agency or other public health service entity. The students and faculty advisors collaborate with the agency to address specific public health issues among a specified target population, and work together to develop the methodology and plan of approach.
Student Field Placements: Must establish or strengthen the placement of students in public or nonprofit health organizations, particularly ones serving underserved areas and populations, to work on a discrete public health project. This placement should provide structured opportunities or experiences to allow the student to apply acquired knowledge and skills in a public health practice setting.
Graduate and doctoral students enrolled in public health, psychology, sociology, and social work degree programs.
Undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in public health, psychology, sociology, and social work degree programs. Undergraduate applications must include a letter of support from a faculty member.
Project work must address populations in Washington, Alaska, Idaho, or Oregon and students should be enrolled at a college or university in one of these states. Stipends will be awarded to US citizens, non-citizen US nationals, or foreign nationals holding a visa permitting permanent residence in the United States. Individuals on temporary or student visas are not eligible.
Proposals will be evaluated based on public health practice focus, attention to underserved areas and populations, and feasibility.
All project work must be completed by the end of spring term 2025.
To Apply
Applications for the 2024-25 academic year are open.
Compile an application packet with the following information (You should have all of these pieces ready before submitting your application):
Project plan including methods, timeline of tasks, and deliverables. View a sample project plan.
Letter of support from faculty adviser (for undergraduates only)
Procedures and Deadlines
There are limited stipends available for each competitive application period. Students should apply in the quarter/semester their project begins and are encouraged to apply early in the corresponding application period.
If your project starts in…
You can apply…
Fall term 2024
October 1 – December 1, 2024
Winter term 2025
January 1 – March 15, 2025
Spring term 2025
January 1 – March 15, 2025
Summer term 2025
Funding not available
Award Deadlines and Procedures
Selected recipients will receive up to $3,500 paid in two installments.
Receipt of the first portion of the stipend is dependent upon completion of the required reporting documents, which will be sent to recipients with their award notification.
Receipt of the second portion of the stipend is dependent upon the completion of all stipend requirements, including submission of a final report, a story of impact, and responses to a brief evaluation. There are two processing periods for the second payment, early January and early June 2025. Students can select when they would like to receive their second payment depending on their project completion date.
Award recipients will receive a handbook with additional details about their award notification and requirements.
As Oregon’s leading workers’ compensation insurer, we’re working hard to make Oregon the safest place to work. We also want to make sure that our policyholders are getting outstanding service and paying a fair premium for their coverage. But it takes many people working together to get the job done.
As a premium auditor for SAIF, you’ll often work in the field visiting our policyholders —providing superior customer service while analyzing payroll and other business records to ensure they are neither overpaying nor underpaying their premiums. You’ll visit a variety of our customers, from a large farm to a small tech start-up, quickly building rapport and relationships. Our premium auditors make critical decisions every day that make a difference to our customers and directly impact our mission.
We’re looking for a new auditor trainee for our Corvallis/Albany team, with scheduling flexibility and career growth opportunity. During training you’ll learn how to interpret and apply rules, laws, and statutes from the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) and Oregon’s Workers’ Compensation Division, as well as SAIF’s policies and procedures.
This is a fast-paced job and to do it well you need a balance of excellent customer service and people skills, and communication and analytical skills. An aptitude with numbers and proficiency with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, is also helpful. You’ll need to be comfortable working independently, collaborating with team members remotely, and managing your own workload based on deadlines. If you’d like a challenging and rewarding career helping Oregon workers and employers, please apply today.
Note: Flexible workers may be required to travel to SAIF’s offices in Salem on occasion.
Responsibilities
Possess an introductory level of knowledge, skills, and performance to complete audits of simple complexity and have multi-state knowledge to complete OSC audits of simple complexity.
Examine employer payroll and other accounting records to substantiate employer payroll reporting and make necessary audit adjustments in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
Interview employers and authorized representatives to validate business operations and confirm correct classification assignments for employees/operations.
Prioritize and schedule appointments, interviews, and other communication for assigned audits.
Communicate audit results to the business owner or authorized representative.
Prepare audit reports for the Actuarial, Audit & UW services division.
Respond to questions and disputes pertaining to completed audits and testify at hearings when audit disputes cannot be resolved through other means.
Perform new business surveys to validate correct classification assignments and proper payroll reporting. Document and notify the policyholder of payroll reporting and/or classification changes.
Review out-of-state as well as in-state vendor audits and complete the audit workbook when necessary.
Limited travel required for on-going training and company events. Depending on location this can be up 10 days per year.
This position requires driving a SAIF vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of SAIF. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence along with an acceptable driving record according to SAIF’s policy.
Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating. Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or work styles.
Continually sustain the Inclusive Leadership Competencies (ILC) through the Explorer level on an annual basis.
Additional functions:
Participation in formal and on-the-job training to improve basic job knowledge and skills to perform premium audits and advance understanding of workers’ compensation insurance. Training will provide information concerning audit selection, coverage, classification assignment, use of NCCI manual rules, state of Oregon regulations, SAIF corporate policies and procedures, and premium audit systems.
Recommended qualifications:
Three or more years of experience that demonstrates strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills and the ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field preferred.
Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.
Next step
To be considered, please submit your resume with a cover letter by the end of this recruitment. We want your submission to count, so be sure it’s complete.
This recruitment will close on Monday, February 24, 2025.
If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received, this recruitment may close early.
Compensation & Benefits: Typical hiring range: $73,640 - $86,635. The pay range for this position is annually based on a full-time schedule. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications & education.
SAIF provides a wide range of benefits to employees who work at least 20 hours per week, including health care, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and more. For additional information about SAIF’s total rewards, visit our website at: Total rewards (saif.com)
*Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, seasonal, or temporary employment.Full salary range: $64,975 - $108,295
Veterans
We provide preference to qualifying and disabled veterans. For more information please visit saif.com/veterans.
About us
Since 1914, SAIF has been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work.
SAIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workplace.
Requisition # R890. Salary Range: $47,150 - $70,730, depending upon education and experience. Application Closes: February 19, 2025.
Job Description
We are seeking a claims specialist for our intake team.
As a claims specialist on the intake team, you will be the first point of contact for many policyholders and workers. Our team is responsible for reviewing and clearing coverage, entering initial claim data, and claim assignment for every claim that comes into SAIF.
This work takes place in a team environment with a large emphasis on customer service. To succeed in this role, you’ll need strong communication and organizational skills. You will work as a team to ensure tasks are completed timely and accurately. Strong teamwork and a willingness to learn from others is a must, as well as the capacity to process repetitive tasks.
If you are up for a challenge, this position will bring a high volume of incoming work where quality and quantity are equally important.
Note: Flexible workers may be required to travel to SAIF’s offices in Salem.
Responsibilities:
Receive and review incoming claim requests from various submission locations.
Screen and accurately create incoming claims within required time-frames, importing pertinent information into the system.
Clear coverage, determine if claim has time loss, and validate if injured worker is Oregon subject.
Review documentation and evaluate information to determine appropriate benefits.
Contact policyholders, injured workers, medical providers, and business partners to obtain additional information when necessary.
Clarify outstanding questions and concerns related to the initial claim submission.
Use knowledge of Oregon statutes and administrative rules to ensure claims are set up correctly with applicable information. Maintain claim notes necessary for proper claim set up.
Route claim to appropriate team based on complexity, geographic region, and adjuster/specialist alignment once necessary data is validated.
Update policy records as needed.
Enter and update claims information and documentation in claims files in accordance with SAIF policies and procedures.
Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating. Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or work styles.
Continually sustain the Inclusive Leadership Competencies (ILC) through the Explorer level on an annual basis.
The following qualifications are recommended:
Two or more years of increasingly responsible administrative office experience in a high-volume work, team-oriented environment with an emphasis on customer service. Workers’ compensation claims background is helpful.
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.
Next step: To receive consideration, please submit your resume by the close of this recruitment. We want your submission to count, so be sure it’s complete.
This recruitment will close on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received this recruitment may close early.
Compensation & Benefits: Typical hiring range: $50,099 - $58,940. The pay range for this position is annually based on a full-time schedule. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications & education.
SAIF provides a wide range of benefits to employees who work at least 20 hours per week, including health care, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and more. For additional information about SAIF’s total rewards, visit our website at: Total rewards (saif.com)
*Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, seasonal, or temporary employment. Full salary range: $47,150 - $70,730
Veterans: We provide preference to qualifying and disabled veterans. For more information please visit saif.com/veterans.
About us: Since 1914, SAIF has been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work.
SAIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workplace.