Workers' Program Specialist

Workers' Compensation Program Specialist

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ABOUT US

S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper-fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.).

At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world-class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation.

Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t-shirt distributor to a leading, multi-billion-dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling the growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes. We strive to be the apparel distributor of choice while inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers through our core values of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is not an adjuster role and will not be expected to handle a caseload.

The Workers’ Compensation Program Specialist is a professional, fully remote role that reports directly to the Workers’ Compensation Manager. As a member of the (corporate) Safety team, the Specialist will provide administrative and operational support to safety professionals at our nationwide distribution centers, develop customized program reporting, communicate program updates and inquiries to our insurance carrier, and identify and support enhancements to the return-to-work program.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

Monday‑Friday (standard business hours), Full‑Time, Exempt

Remote Opportunity Available

Compensation: $60,500‑$84,700 (negotiable, based on experience) – eligible for 5% target incentive

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time;
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage;
Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan. You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a company that invests in you from day one.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative and operational support of the workers’ compensation program.
• Assist in the overall coordination of the workers’ compensation claims program.
• Ensure local teams report workers’ compensation claims in a timely manner and maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Guide and support local teams with basic information needed in the monitoring and management of ongoing workers’ compensation claims.
• Partner with the Workers’ Compensation Manager to collaborate with internal stakeholders (HR, Safety, Operations) and external partners (insurance carriers, third‑party administrators) to identify process improvement opportunities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee medical information and workers’ compensation claim data.
• Support the ongoing development, implementation, and enhancement of return‑to‑work and light‑duty programs.
• Assist in continuous program improvement opportunities to ensure a best‑in‑class workers’ compensation program for all associates.
• Coordinate and schedule workers’ compensation related meetings and training sessions, as needed.
• Develop, prepare, and distribute workers’ compensation reports as directed by the Manager.
• Complete additional Safety‑related administrative tasks as assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Risk Management, Occupational Safety, Business Administration, or a…