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Metropolitan Council Occupational Health Specialist in 390 Robert St. N St. Paul, Minnesota
Occupational Health Specialist
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Occupational Health Specialist
Salary
$85,987.20 - $139,526.40 Annually
Location
390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2025-00031
Division
Regional Administration
Department
HR Occupational Health
Opening Date
03/10/2025
Closing Date
3/31/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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WHO WE ARE
The Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities has a full-time vacancy for anOccupational 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. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
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 working understanding of ADA Accommodations Law and process, Disability Management, Workers' Compensation, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)/Minnesota Parental Leave Act (MPLA) Fitness for Duty processes, Restricted/Modified Duty, and return to work principles.
What you would do in this job
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.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
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 nursingAND six (6) years of experience: a combination of experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (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)
Experience working with diverse populations of internal and external customers.
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
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)
Additional information
Union/Grade: AFSCME/ Grade H
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive:No
Salary: $41.34 hourly/$85,987 annually - $67.08 hourly/$139,526
Selection Process:
All applications complete the following steps in the selection and hiring process:
Application Review by Human Resources
Hiring Manager Review
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.
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.
Yes
No
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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?
CareerForce Center
Community Event/Organization
Employee Referral
Facebook
Glassdoor
Indeed
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
Twitter
Website: governmentjobs.com
Website: metrocouncil.org
Website: metrotransit.org
Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
Other
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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable.
04
Select your level of completed education.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Associate's Degree in Nursing
None of the above
05
Do you possess a current, unrestricted State of Minnesota Registered Nursing License?
Yes
No
06
Do you have experience as a clinical nurse?
Yes
No
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Please select the option that most accurately describes your experience.
Less than 4 years of combined experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
4 years of combined experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
Less than 5 years of combined experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
5 years of combined experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
Less than 6 years of combined experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
6 years and more years of combined experience in occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing.
08
Select all that you have experience in. Please note: applications that have current or recent experience in the selected or all the areas listed below are highly desired.
FMLA
MPLA
ADA
OSHA
Workers' Compensation
Disability Management
Restricted modified duty
Case management
09
If you indicated that you have experience as an occupational health specialist, please describe your experience. You may parse from your resume. If you do not have this experience, type "none."
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List any certifications, skills, and experience that you have and are directly relevant to this position.
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Do you have experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environments?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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