Employee Relations and Workers Compensation Specialist (Foster City)

div class= content-intro p strong About MidPen /strong /p p At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect. /p p We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation’s leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 142 properties is home to 22,800 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity. /p /div p strong span data-contrast= auto Location: /span /strong span data-contrast= auto Foster City /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p p strong span data-contrast= auto Employee Relations Workers Compensation Specialist /span /strong span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p p span data-contrast= auto The Employee Relations Workers Compensation Specialist provides administrative, operational, and compliance support for employee relations, workers compensation, workplace safety, performance management, and regulatory reporting activities. This role supports case management, investigations, claims administration, compliance reporting, and documentation while maintaining strict confidentiality. The Specialist partners with the People Team, managers, employees, and external agencies to ensure timely resolution of workplace issues, accurate reporting, and compliance with organizational policies and applicable laws. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p p strong span data-contrast= auto Responsibilities: /span /strong span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p p strong span data-contrast= auto Employee Relations Administration /span /strong span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p ul li span data-contrast= auto Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations inquiries and concerns. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Receive, document, track, and support resolution of employee relations matters, including workplace conflicts, policy violations, misconduct, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Conduct and support workplace investigations under the direction of the Employee Relations Business Partner, including preparing investigation documentation, interview summaries, case reports, and related records. /span span data-ccp-props= { 201341983 :2, 335559739 :0, 335559740 :300} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Maintain confidential employee relations files and monitor case progress to ensure timely follow-up and resolution. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li /ul p strong span data-contrast= auto Workers Compensation Coordination /span /strong span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p ul li span data-contrast= auto Administer workers compensation claims and ensure timely reporting to third-party administrators and insurance partners. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Collect, maintain, and track claim documentation, incident reports, medical certifications, and return-to-work information. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Serve as liaison among employees, managers, medical providers, insurance carriers, and external partners. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Monitor claim activity, provide status updates, and support settlement documentation. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Maintain workers compensation records, reporting metrics, and compliance documentation. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li /ul p strong span data-contrast= auto Safety Risk Management Support /span /strong span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p ul li span data-contrast= auto Support workplace safety programs by partnering with leaders and employees to promote a safe, respectful, and compliant work environment. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Assist with investigating, documenting, and resolving workplace injuries, safety incidents, near misses, and workers compensation claims. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Coordinate post-incident response activities, including investigations, corrective actions, and return-to-work planning. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Partner with Safety, People Team, and operational leaders to identify hazards, analyze trends, and implement preventive measures. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Maintain safety records and support compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Support workplace violence prevention, threat assessment, crisis response, and critical incident follow-up activities. /span span data-ccp-props= {} /span /li /ul p strong span data-contrast= auto Performance Management Support /span /strong span data-ccp-props= {} /span /p ul li span data-contrast= auto Partner with People Business Partners and department leaders to track performance management activities, including maintaining documentation for corrective actions, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and employee coaching. /span span data-ccp-props= { 201341983 :2, 335559739 :0, 335559740 :300} /span /li li span data-contrast= auto Ensure timely and accurate completion of performance management documentation and provide guidance to manage