Definition

Performs work of graduated complexity in a training capacity in order to achieve journey level status in the Workers’ Compensation Adjudicator 2 classification. The Workers’ Compensation Adjudicator 2 is an apprenticeable job that has been approved by the Washington Apprenticeship and Training Council.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Positions in this class are distinguished by assignment as an apprentice trainee for the journey class receiving on-the-job and academic training to achieve journey status.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position. 

Desirable Qualifications

One year of experience in adjudication in a workers’ compensation or crime victims’ compensation insurance program; 

OR

Four years experience working with insurance claims within Labor and Industries or in claims/insurance adjusting, claims investigations, paramedication occupations, claims risk management/loss control, medical billing or paralegal services with experience in personal injury or medical insurance, or related fields will substitute, year for year, for education; 

OR

A Bachelor’s degree

Class Specification History

New Class: 7-11-03
New class code:  (formerly  13755)  effective July 1, 2007