Join the OWCP team! Begin a rewarding career with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs. OWCP administers various workers’ compensation programs that provide wage replacement benefits, medical treatment, vocational rehabilitation, and other benefits to federal workers and certain other groups who are injured at work or develop illnesses due to workplace exposure.

The OWCP mission is to protect the interests of workers who are injured or become ill on the job, their families and their employers by making timely, appropriate, and accurate decisions on claims, providing prompt payment of benefits and helping injured workers return to gainful work as early as is feasible. You can view our current openings on USAJobs.

Careers in OWCP include roles focused on the following areas: Claims Examining, Fiscal and Accounting, Policy, Operations, Program Integrity, and Medical. We encourage you to explore these areas by clicking on the icons below.

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Claims Examining

Claims examining positions in the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) involve reviewing, investigating, and determining the eligibility of workers' compensation claims. Examiners assess the completeness of documentation, verify the validity of claims, calculate benefits according to statutory guidelines, and communicate with stakeholders throughout the claims process. They also maintain accurate records, serve as a liaison between injured workers and their employers, and ensure compliance with OWCP policies and regulations. Overall, claims examiners play a crucial role in facilitating the fair and efficient administration of workers' compensation benefits.

Some positions that fall under Claims Examining include:

  • Claims Examiner
  • Supervisory Claims Examiner
  • Claims Assistant
  • Vocational Rehabilitation Program Specialist

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Fiscal and Accounting

Fiscal management and financial management positions at the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) encompass a range of responsibilities focused on budgeting, financial operations, and compliance. Professionals in these roles develop and manage budgets, track expenditures, analyze financial data, and prepare financial reports for senior management and stakeholders. They ensure adherence to fiscal policies, accounting standards, internal controls, and government regulations relevant to financial management. These positions are vital for maintaining fiscal accountability, optimizing financial performance, and supporting strategic decision-making within OWCP to effectively administer workers' compensation programs.

Some positions that fall under Fiscal and Accounting include:

  • Fiscal Operations Specialist
  • Payment Systems Specialist
  • Statistician
  • Actuary

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Policy

Policy positions at the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) encompass a range of responsibilities focused on formulating written program policies and guidance relating to claims adjudication, evaluating compliance with established procedures, and responding to numerous internal and external stakeholder inquiries relating to operations and program administration.

Professionals in these roles research and analyze topics relating to the administration of their respective programs and educate the OWCP team to ensure consistent and correct claims processing. They ensure adherence with applicable laws, policies, and other compliance matters.

Some positions that fall under Policy include:

  • Policy Analyst
  • Supervisory Policy Analyst
  • Branch Chief of Policy