Fit for Duty Coordinator

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 12 Dec 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Fit for Duty Coordinator
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work? Yes - Hybrid Remote/In-Office
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202201895AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $50,000- $60,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date 02/01/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/12/2022
Description of Work Unit
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Risk Management and Insurance (RMI) is headed by the Director of RMI and Chief Risk Officer for the university. RMI works closely with risk partners across the university campus. The RMI team is comprised of experts in the field of insurance, claims management, risk management, loss prevention and control, ergonomics, liability, workers compensation and temporary modified duty.
Position Summary
The Fit for Duty program’s goal is to help the university and participating departments ensure that an employee can perform a specific job and related set of tasks under the specific conditions present within a job. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of a job in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Those who are unable to perform a jobs essential functions may put themselves and others at risk. An essential part of the fit for duty process is a physical demands analysis (PDA). The PDA must be conducted in order to develop a fit for duty test, as this test is based on the demands of the job. Following a PDA an appropriate job specific test can be developed (in collaboration with medical providers who develop valid and reliable fit for duty tests) to ensure an employee is able to perform the essential functions of that job. Although physical demands analyses and fit for duty testing are typically performed prior to hiring an employee, analysis and testing may also take place post-injury to ensure an employee is able to return to the job and perform all its essential functions.
The Fit for Duty Coordinator will act as a liaison between departments, HR, OEO, Purchasing and Medical Providers to establish and monitor a pre-employment fit for duty program. This position with be responsible for working with all parties in the fit for duty process.
The Fit for Duty Coordinator reports to the Ergonomics Program Manager and coordinates the fit for duty program, ensure all test records are properly recorded, assist with providing results to appropriate parties, assist with reviewing the essential functions of a job, and assist with conducting physical demands analysis (required for fit for duty testing), and collaborating with the department and medical providers in the fit for duty test development. This position will help ensure vendors are performing appropriately and meet CSU expectations. This position will assist with test set up procedures, share results and collaborate with participating departments etc. This position will also assist with coordination of the return to work (RTW)/temporary modified duty (TMD) program in collaboration with CSU’s Workers’ Compensation Program Manager and assists and collaborates with the Workers’ Compensation Program Manager following an injury with aspects of the fit for duty process for the injured employee.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Currently working towards Bachelor’s degree or higher in health sciences (health & exercise, sport science, occupational therapy or related field), occupational or environmental health, vocational education or related field. (Must obtain degree within 2 years of hire date.)
  • Understanding of basic anatomy, kinesiology, physiology etc.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively multiple groups both internal and external to the University
  • Must have strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
  • Must have strong computer skills and knowledge of programs including but not limited to MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access
  • Ability to gather and organize data from multiple sources
  • Ability to efficiently research, analyze and organize information
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
  • Basic understanding of ergonomics
  • Excellent computer skills and experience with web based software programs and system
  • Knowledge and understanding of basic medical terminology
  • Spanish language proficiency
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Fit for Duty Program Coordination
Duty/Responsibility
Pre-employment:
  • Coordinate the pre-employment testing process for participating departments.
  • Work with appropriate parties (both inside and outside of CSU) to ensure that program meets CSU requirements. 
  • Assist departments in working with medical providers, fit for duty evaluators, HR, Procurement and OEO to develop a quality and consistent program. 
  • Maintain all records associated with the fit for duty process. Enter data and record all appropriate information within the proper online system/ database.
  • Work with departments to develop setup procedures and protocols, share and discuss results with participating departments, supervisors etc. 
  • Assist departments in the referral for fit for duty testing, ensure results are received and filed and address issues that may arise.
  • Maintain a Website of Fit for Duty Providers and the process 
  • When appropriate provide pre-employment evaluation results to medical provider and place in claim file.
  • Monitor claims to ensure that the employee and department are progressing the employee back to full duty position
  • Perform other fit for duty program duties as assigned. 
Percentage Of Time 30%
Job Duty Category Physical Demands Analysis
Duty/Responsibility
  • Assist ergonomics program manager with physical demands analysis (PDA.) Example, collect background information on the job, requirements and other functions/ tasks performed in a job (weights, forces, heights, reaches etc.), take notes, transport equipment, enter data into appropriate software etc.
  • Assist ergonomics program manager with maintaining/ tracking all PDA data, analyses and reports
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time 20%
Job Duty Category Ergonomics
Duty/Responsibility
  • Under the direction of the Ergonomics Program Manager perform office ergonomic evaluations. 
  • Assist ergonomics Program Manager with industrial (non-office) ergonomic evaluations
  • Under the direction of the WC and Ergonomics Program Manager assist with the setup of RTW/TMD worksites. . 
  • Assist the ergonomics program manager with the ergonomics lab/ showroom. This includes but is not limited to helping employees with office ergonomics equipment selection (i.e. chairs, keyboards, tables, etc.) track loans, pick up and drop off equipment, cleaning equipment and assist with maintaining inventory.. Collaborate with admin assistants and/or students helping with the tracking and record keeping of products as needed. 
  • Other duties as assigned
Percentage Of Time 20%
Job Duty Category Return to Work
Duty/Responsibility
  • Under the direction of the Workers’ Compensation Program Manager, work with the WC team, medical providers, injured employees, departments and other pertinent entities to the claim providing temporary modified duty and return to work plans for employees with a compensable work-related injury claim.
  • Under the direction of the WC Program Manager review all claims that have restrictions and follow up with injured worker and department to ensure safe return to work and recovery (Example, meeting with departments to explain CSU’s RTW program, assisting departments and injured workers with understanding restrictions, reviewing job sites to ensure proper setup, implementing and monitoring return to work plans etc.
  • Under the direction of the WC Program Manager assist with transitioning the employee back to work as quickly and safely as possible, assist with set up of Temporary Modified Duty for employees when needed, and develop TMD sites.
  • Under the direction of the WC Program Manager coordinate the RTW process in accordance with program’s protocols.
  • Maintain adequate records and work flows in CSU’s RMIS (Origami.)
  • Under the direction of the WC Program Manager perform other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time 30%

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel - Occasional travel to work sites outside of the Fort Collins area. , Special Requirements/Other - Ability to lift up to 30 lbs occasionally
Search Contact [email protected]
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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