Classification Inspector - Workers Compensation

Connecticut, USA •

Rhode Island, USA

Posted Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:00 AM

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1923, NCCI has been committed to fostering a healthy workers compensation system. We are the nation’s trusted source for accurate, objective workers compensation information. At NCCI, we recognize that our employees are the reason our legacy endures today. We’re motivated by the opportunity to do challenging and interesting work, and our Total Rewards package attracts top talent. Our employees care about each other, and the communities in which they live and work.

Our values of integrity, respect, quality and excellence, responsibility, and commitment guide our success.

WHAT WE BELIEVE:

We come from diverse backgrounds, so our commitment to inclusion is what brings us together to work as one.

• We respect each other and value our differences
• We can be authentic and feel like we belong
• We promote equity in our organization and our community

TEAM: WORKERS COMPENSATION OPERATIONS

PAY TYPE:

SALARY

JOB OVERVIEW:

At NCCI, we’re the source you trust for workers compensation information. Our mission is to foster a healthy workers compensation system through the use of data, industry trends, and providing objective rate and loss cost recommendations. To help us reach our mission, we’re looking for a Classification Inspector to join our inspections team in the Western U.S.

In this role, you’ll conduct both field and virtual inspection services to ensure the workers’ compensation classification system has been applied correctly at the discrete employer level, resulting in the most appropriate premium for a policy and consistency in application for the system. You’ll have a key role in providing comprehensive technical expertise in the classification system.

This position will be a home-based role covering the North Eastern U.S. territory, with a primary location in Connecticut and Rhode Island. Use of a personal car will be required and may travel up to 25% of the time, including some overnight stays. Selected candidate for this position must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check satisfactory to NCCI.

NOTE: NCCI will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• As an Inspector, you’ll review, select, prioritize inspection assignments, and schedule inspection appointments. In addition, you’ll:
• Perform physical and virtual inspections of various business operations, including traveling to the employer as necessary, and complete the classification inspection report
• Conduct background research on the employer and operations
• Review policy details, current classifications, Basic and Scopes Manuals, and other necessary preparations to conduct inspections
• Maintain all information and data in the inspection system
• Analyze and identify classification code issues
• Review, respond to, and resolve inspection correspondence and classification inspection disputes
• Serve as the regional expert or resource in classification issues and general industry trends
• Assist NCCI staff, regulators, and other customers with classification issues, providing assistance and fact witness testimony in classification code appeals
• Review and research manuals and databases on classification system

WHAT IT TAKES:

• Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 6 years of related work experience
• 3+ years of related workers compensation insurance experience
• Experience conducting field premium audits, classification inspections, audit reviews, underwriting, or other relevant field tasks
• Knowledge of workers compensation infrastructure, Basic Manual, Scopes Manual, and Classification system
• Strong analytical and interpretive skills
• Time management and project management skills with the ability to multitask
• Ability to provide fact-witness testimony at administrative, non-judicial or judicial hearings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, tools, spreadsheets, and content management systems

PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Professional insurance designation is preferred in Associate in Underwriting (AU);
  Associate in Premium Audit (APA); WCP or CPCU.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Work for the leader in workers compensation information…