This position will be posted until filled with the first review of applications set to begin on February 7, 2024. This posting can close at any time without notice after February 7, 2024.
The Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities has a full-time vacancy for an Occupational Health Specialist in our Regional Administration Division. This position will be located in Minneapolis and is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
 
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. 
 
Full Salary Range: $78,000 Annual - $117,728 Annual
Salary is based on qualifications, our benefits package, internal equity, and external competitiveness. 
 
About us:
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. To learn more about our work and various divisions: https://metrocouncil.org/ 
About the position:
The person in this position is responsible for monitoring employees out of work due to an illness or injury. They will serve as liaisons between physicians and the workplace. The individual in this role will assist employees with an appropriate return-to-work plan. The best-qualified candidates will have a thorough understanding of ADA, Disability Management, Workers' Compensation, FMLA, and return to work principles.
 
In addition to the required education AND experience the following is highly desired:

• Disability Management
• Fit for Duty
• Workers Compensation
• FMLA/MPLA
• Restricted/Modified Duty

• Review medical information and use case management principles to assist employees in the recovery process and ensure a safe and appropriate return to work
• Schedule fitness for duty appointments as appropriate, facilitate communication between occupational health clinics and Met Council managers and/or risk management regarding employee work status, DOT certification, pre-employment and fitness-for-duty physical results
• Facilitate consistent application of disability management across the Council
• Responsible for restricted/modified duty assignment and monitoring of progression of restrictions to either full work or medical disqualification
• Provide expertise regarding ADA accommodations
• Meet with managers and OEO as appropriate to assist with determining accommodation or undue business hardship.

Must have: Current, unrestricted State of Minnesota Registered Nursing License
 
 Bachelor's degree in nursing AND four (4) years of experience: a combination of experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
 
 OR
 
 Associate degree in nursing AND six (6) years of experience: a combination of experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
 
 Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience and/or knowledge with local, state and federal regulatory and legislative occupational health requirements
• Experience and/or knowledge of FMCSA Medical Examiner's Certification (DOT Card)
• Experience and/or knowledge of OSHA, ADA, FMLA, and Work Comp
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN or COHN-S) or Certified Case Manager (CCM)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience and/or knowledge with local, state and federal regulatory and legislative occupational health requirements
• Experience and/or knowledge of FMCSA Medical Examiner's Certification (DOT Card)
• Experience and/or knowledge of OSHA, ADA, FMLA, and Work Comp
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN or COHN-S) or Certified Case Manager (CCM)

Union/Grade: AFSCME/ Grade H
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Selection Process:
All applications complete the following steps in the selection and hiring process:

• Application Review by Human Resources
• Hiring Manager Review
• Oral Exam/Structured Panel Interview
• Selection Interview/Final Interview 

Candidates will be notified of their application status through email only. 
 
Work Environment:
Work is regularly performed in a normal office environment but may require local in-state travel by car. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility.
 
Once you have completed the steps above, then:
 
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check that verifies education, employment, and criminal history. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
 
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
 
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.