Temporary Aide - Workers' Compensation, Data Entry Unit

Temporary Aide - Workers Compensation, Data Entry Unit

Salary

$3,882.00 - $4,848.00 Monthly

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Temporary (9 months or less)

Job Number

KAA 20311 Temp Aide. 9.26

Department

Department of Labor and Employment

Division

Division of Workers Compensation

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Closing Date

10/2/2026 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

707 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

chris.mcgill@state.co.us

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

THIS POSTING REPRESENTS A TEMPORARY AIDE POSITION THAT MAY NOT EXCEED 9 MONTHS FROM THE HIRE DATE

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2

This position is Hybrid and will be required to report to the identified office location as required by the supervisor.

The Department of Labor and Employment keeps Colorado strong and competitive. We connect workers with great jobs and assist those who have been injured on the job. We help people who are unemployed through no fault of their own by providing temporary wage replacement and we ensure fair labor practices. We provide an up-to-date and accurate picture of the economy that helps in decision making. And we protect the workplace - and Colorado communities - with a variety of consumer protection and safety programs.

This is a values-driven organization, committed to accountability, agility, collaboration, and respect.

We believe in outstanding customer service, an inclusive culture, continued process improvement and in our role as a trusted and strategic partner. Recognizing that knowledgeable employees drive our success, we are seeking dedicated individuals who exhibit our shared values and our passion for quality and excellence in all we do.

As a temporary employee of the state personnel system, you are employed at will and are not eligible for the same benefits as permanent employees, such as health insurance and annual leave. However, temporary employees are eligible for sick leave and retirement benefits.

CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans' Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home

PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews.

Description of Job

The salary range for this posting is:

HOURLY

$22.40 - $27.97

BIWEEKLY

$1,791.69 - $2,237.54

MONTHLY

$3,882.00 - $4,848.00

This position will assist the Data Specialist team and is directly responsible for high volumes of daily data entry (Change of Address, Entry of Appearance, Objections, Workers' Claims for Compensation, Employer First Reports, Notices of Contest, General Admission of Liability, Final Admission of Liability, Final Payment, and other miscellaneous documents), daily screening and researching of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) error reports to determine appropriate and timely resolution, and streamlining EDI error processes and procedures to both internal and external stakeholders. This position employs independent decision-making through the utilization of provided databases (CoComp, NCCI, My UI, Secretary of State website) to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with established Rules, Regulations, and Objectives, while exercising effective communication between departments for the State of Colorado and external stakeholders. This position may assist the Supervisor with Social Security Number verifications, duplicate Claim Mergers, and other tasks as needed to ensure outstanding and prompt customer service and information exchange.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Three (3) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position to include:

• Entering, retrieval, review, revision, analysis and verification of data in a computerized information database.

• Experience in the interpolation and extraction of data from multiple types of data sources, including electronic forms, spreadsheets, PDFs, and Office applications.

• Ability to Identify principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down the data into separate parts.

• Using computers and computer interface screens (End-user software) to categorize, record, store, transcribe, enter, update and process data.

• Experience in communicating data processes and data literacy.

Or

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience handling Workers Compensation claims, insurance operations, or claims administration.
• Knowledge of state reporting requirements, First Reports of Injury (FROI), and Subsequent Reports of Injury (SROI).
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple units and levels of authority.
• Performing duties similar to those assigned as a classified state of Colorado employee.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a Colorado resident at time of application.

• You must pass a thorough background check prior to employment which will include the E-Verify process.

• As a temporary employee of the state personnel system, you are employed at will and are not eligible for the same benefits as permanent employees, such as health insurance and annual leave. However, temporary employees are eligible for sick leave and retirement benefits.

Supplemental Information

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Minimum Qualification Screening

A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. CDLE does not accept attachments of any kind during the application process.

Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process for this position will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit with your application materials. Therefore, it is extremely important to document in the work experience/job duties portion of your online application the extent to which you possess the education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement. It is also important to thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions on the application completely and thoughtfully. Your answers may be rated based on your writing ability (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing) as well as the content of your answer.

Work Visas

CDLE does not sponsor Work Visas of any type.

Applicant Use Of AI

The use of AI tools to aid in preparing application materials is allowed under the condition that the applicant independently verifies and confirms the informations accuracy before submission. Applicants are fully accountable for the content of their submissions and must ensure the safe and ethical use of any AI tools. Furthermore, active and direct participation in the interview process is required.

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE AND/OR FUTURE VACANCIES

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinators at CDLE_HR_ADA@state.co.us. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For all other inquiries about this recruitment effort, please call 303-318-8200.

While a salary range is posted for this position, an eventual salary offer is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis, which considers multiple factors including but not limited to education and experience compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work.

Please note that each agencys contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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I acknowledge the comparative analysis process for this position will consist of a review of the information contained within my application/job duty statements and that any attachments will not be included during the minimum qualification screening or application review. The structured application review/numerical scoring of my application will be based on the content listed in the job duty statements, the preferred qualifications, required competencies, and answers to supplemental questions. My responses to the supplemental questions will be scored based on my ability to follow instructions and provide detailed, clear and concise answers to each question.

02

Are you currently working in a Temporary Aide capacity for the State of Colorado? If so please list which agency you are currently working with and your start date.

03

This position requires three years of experience of entering, retrieval, review, revision, analysis and verification of data in a computerized information database, and experience communicating data processes and data literacy. Please describe your Data Specialist experience including the types of databases you worked with, what the scope of your responsibilities were and the name of the employer(s) you gained this experience.

04

Please describe how you stay organized while balancing multiple work demands, and what tools you utilize to determine prioritization of tasks and deadlines.

05

This position requires communicating with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally. Describe your communication style and how you ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining work task goals.

06

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employments values based culture includes: Teamwork, Collaboration, Accountability, Adaptability, Excellence, Integrity and Respect. Please pick one of these values that is meaningful to you and describe a time when you incorporated this value into your work.

Required Question

Employer State of Colorado

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