Minor Liability Claims Specialist

City of Compton; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Deferred compensation

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Education reimbursement

Ride share program

Uniform allowance

Job summary

The City of Compton is seeking a liability claims analyst who, under general supervision, examines and adjusts minor liability claims ($5,000 and below) and monitors claim expenditures. You will communicate with citizens, supervisors, employees and attorneys, and support the Risk Manager with a range of related duties.

Required is a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field with two years of claims experience at a public agency or TPA, plus a valid CA Class C license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field plus 2 years adjusting liability claims with a public agency.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of city operations, policies, procedures, and standard operating manuals.
• Familiarity with investigative techniques, laws and regulations for minor liability cases.
• Standard math calculations and MS Office proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to negotiate settlements.

Responsibilities

• Review, examine, and adjust liability claims.
• Receive and record all claims and determine compensability.
• Investigate, take photos of accident scenes and city property.
• Advise departments on procedures and reporting deadlines for employee vehicle accidents.
• Input claim information and payments using computer systems and software.
• Prepare subrogation report cases.
• Serve as custodian of records; attest to validity under court subpoenas.
• Compile facts, analyze evidence, and arrive at sound decisions.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Negotiation

Claims evaluation

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

2 years claims experience with public agency or TPA

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The City of Compton is seeking a liability claims analyst who, under general supervision, examines and adjusts minor liability claims ($5,000 and below) and monitors claim expenditures. You will communicate with citizens, supervisors, employees and attorneys, and support the Risk Manager with a range of related duties.

Required is a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field with two years of claims experience at a public agency or TPA, plus a valid CA Class C license.