Position details at Tasmanian Government

Meriden, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

122292.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Workers Compensation, Injury Management, Human Resource Management, Work Health and Safety, Strategic Advice, Analytical Skills, Consultancy Services, Project Management, Policy Development, Legislation Interpretation, HR Services, Liability Assessment, Communication, Investigations, Research, HR Consultancy

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/d845a5de-bde1-4b37-a8da-742ec0e46064.png] The Team: The Injury Management (IM) team is responsible for providing high level advice and working in partnership with Department of Health (DoH) business units to ensure effective management of workers’ compensation matters, injury management and return to work activities. We are a values based team who work collaboratively with workers and business units to provide a responsive, contemporary, inclusive approach to assisting workers recover from injury. The working environment is largely office based but may require occasional intrastate travel. The Role: The Consultant - Workers Compensation and Liability is responsible for: * The assessment and determination of liability of workers compensation claims. * Providing specific high-level HR advice to DoH executive members and business unit managers on Workers Compensation and Injury Management. * Promote and contribute to the development and maintenance of strong communication links with HR and its clients. You will need: * Demonstrated high-level human resource management skills with knowledge and experience in a wide range of HR Services with a specific focus on Workers Compensation, Injury Management and Work Health and Safety, and an ability to apply them in the Tasmanian State Service and Agency context. * Demonstrated strategic, conceptual, diagnostic and analytical skills including the ability to provide high-level advice and consultancy services on HR issues at a range of levels and to broker appropriate solutions in a complex environment. * Working knowledge of the Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 1988, Work Health and Safety Act 2012 and an understanding of, and the ability to interpret, other relevant legislation and regulations. * Well-developed skills and experience in project management and policy development including a proven capacity to undertake major research, investigations and reviews, as well as experience in planning, evaluation and implementation. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary: $107,899 to $122,292 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. * Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022 Benefits available to eligible candidates: * Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] Eligibility: Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Relevant tertiary qualifications * Completion of or undertaking, Certificate IV in Personal Injury Management or an equivalent qualification * Current Driver’s Licence Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: * 530002, 526864 Consultant - Workers Compensation and Liability Band 6 (Mar 2026).docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt6uAA6u3b30pJPfwHNFDci-EKm8zCvuKURN1av4t0pMnQlhU8Grd5_ZKX3IjUooYuoGPLeXSsD0VaNV2poa1i0o7GfY7InntgLOZrBTFy1GLTszXU0H3-8OQKs-MDQgAn0jdG8OfgNyK4iebLLAg0tQ%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7xNC1zRepzGVOcuhit-x_X05VsmEKgKgv-f7xtnolffFPr1YTeLthzIcS-4Y5fbPyNCErFrLa6BCdWj60jsHOaCgvyn3x2vO4WcUfx125gCEhtM0JPoEm2cdK_roMhjKfg7hWut2Bpw3UmYgtxQhXA%7e%7e] How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. *applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Michelle Barr Senior Consultant, Workers Compensation & Liability 0499 821 251 michelle.barr@health.tas.gov.au What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

The Consultant is responsible for assessing and determining the liability of workers' compensation claims and providing high-level Human Resources advice to Department of Health executives and managers regarding Workers Compensation and Injury Management. This role also involves promoting and developing strong communication links between HR and its clients.