Workers' Compensation & Safety Compliance Specialist

Build a Safer, Healthier Workplace—One Claim at a Time

Do you thrive at the intersection of safety, compliance, and people? Are you driven by prevention, data, and meaningful collaboration? PEMCCO, Inc. is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Claims Examiner to play a vital role in protecting our workforce and strengthening our safety culture.

In this role, you will manage workers’ compensation claims, DOT/CDL compliance, and drug and alcohol programs while leveraging data insights to identify risks before they become incidents. You’ll collaborate closely with HR, Operations, Safety, and labor partners to ensure compliance, fairness, and continuous improvement.

About PEMCCO, Inc.

PEMCCO, Inc. is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to enhancing urban mobility and transforming transit systems. We are committed to delivering high‑quality transit solutions that improve the lives of our communities. Our culture values integrity, collaboration, accountability, and excellence, and we take pride in the positive impact we make every day.

Work Authorization Requirement:
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

What You’ll Do

Workers’ Compensation Claims Management

• Investigate and manage all workers’ compensation claims, including those involving operators, mechanics, and CDL‑regulated staff.


• Ensure full compliance with Maryland Workers’ Compensation laws, labor and employment regulations, and State of Maryland Return‑to‑Work (RTW) policies, in coordination with the WC Claims TPA.


• Maintain strict HIPAA‑compliant confidentiality when handling sensitive medical and employment information.


• Partner closely with union representatives to support fair, transparent, and contract‑compliant labor relations related to workers’ compensation and RTW processes.


• Analyze injury, incident, and claims trends to identify and mitigate potential risks before they escalate.

Drug & Alcohol / DOT Compliance

• Ensure compliance with 49 CFR Parts 655 and 40.


• Oversee CDL medical qualifications and DOT driver compliance.


• Manage return‑to‑duty and follow‑up testing requirements.


• Administer drug and alcohol testing for non‑safety‑sensitive positions.


• Collaborate with HR on job classifications and regulatory investigations.

Safety Programs & Data‑Driven Prevention

• Partner with the Office of Safety to identify workplace risk trends using incident data and analytics.


• Assist in the design and implementation of programs and systems to reduce injuries, incidents, and claims.


• Support the development and promotion of safety awareness campaigns focused on data‑identified risk areas.


• Maintain and report OSHA‑mandated records, including OSHA 300/301 logs.


• Participate in corrective action planning and support implementation to reduce future risk.


• Ensure continuous compliance with federal, state, and local workforce safety regulations.

Leadership & Professional Impact

• Serve as the subject‑matter expert for workers’ compensation and DOT compliance.


• Strengthen labor‑management relationships through consistent, equitable application of policies.


• Reduce operational risk through proactive monitoring and intervention strategies.


• Conduct local travel for site visits, investigations, and field safety assessments as needed.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Tools & Systems You’ll Use

• Workers’ Compensation Case Management Systems


• Drug & Alcohol Testing Platforms


• HRIS and Compliance Systems


• Microsoft Office Suite

What You Bring

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem‑solving skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication


• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion


• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and documentation‑focused


• Collaborative mindset with the ability to engage cross‑functional stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Occupational Health & Safety, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field


• 3–5 years of experience managing workforce compliance programs, preferably in a transit, transportation, or unionized environment


• Hands‑on experience managing workers’ compensation claims and return‑to‑work programs


• Working knowledge of DOT, FTA, and FMCSA regulations


• Relevant professional certifications preferred (e.g., SHRM‑CP, CHRC, CHSP, ASP, or similar)

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Rate:

• $31.25 – $37.50 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits Package Includes:

• 15 days of Paid Time Off


• 11 Paid Holidays


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Voluntary benefits include Short‑Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Whole Life Plus, Identity Theft Protection, and Law Assure

Equal Opportunity Employer

PEMCCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.