Employee Relations and Workers Compensation Specialist

The role

The Employee Relations & Workers' Compensation Specialist provides administrative, operational, and compliance support for employee relations, workers' compensation, workplace safety, performance management, and regulatory reporting. This role supports case management, investigations, claims administration, and documentation.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations inquiries and concerns.
• Receive, document, track, and support resolution of employee relations matters.
• Conduct and support workplace investigations.
• Maintain confidential employee relations files and monitor case progress.
• Administer workers' compensation claims and ensure timely reporting.
• Collect, maintain, and track claim documentation and medical certifications.
• Serve as liaison among employees, managers, medical providers, and insurance carriers.
• Support workplace safety programs and investigate workplace injuries.
• Partner with leaders to track performance management activities and documentation.
• Support internal and external audits and coordinate OSHA reporting.

Required qualifications

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 2 to 4 years of experience in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Workers' Compensation, Risk Management, or related area
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, communication, and confidentiality skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience supporting employee relations investigations, workers' compensation claims administration, OSHA reporting, unemployment claims, and compliance or audit activities
• Knowledge of California employment laws and regulations
• HR certification (aPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Investment
• Employee Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits
• EAP Program
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays
• Wellness Days

Before you apply

• Requires a reliable internet connection when working from home

About the company

MidPen develops affordable housing, provides professional property management, and coordinates onsite support programs. They are a non-profit active in 12 Northern California counties.