Positions which meet the statutory definition of supervisor or management as defined in Wis. Stats. All other positions which are more appropriately identified by other classification specifications. Progression Through The Series Entrance into this series will typically be by competitive examination. Advancement to the Worker's Compensation Specialist 3 level will be by competitive examination. This is entry or objective level professional Worker's Compensation Specialist work in the Worker's Compensation Division, Department of Workforce Development.
Work is performed under close supervision.
Work is performed under general supervision. Positions allocated to this level provide consultative services to injured employes, employers and insurance carriers regarding their rights and obligations under the Wisconsin Worker's Compensation Law and attempt to informally conciliate disputes between injured employes and insurance carriers. Positions at this level typically specialize in one or more program areas such as vocational rehabilitation, loss of earning capacity claims, advance payments, and complex disability ratings such as vision loss. Work is performed under general supervision. Positions allocated to this level perform the most complex duties in Worker's Compensation dispute resolution and mediation.