Public School Liability Claims Specialist

Texas-Association-of-School-Boards; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Retirement matching 2:1 up to 5% after

Wellness program

Job summary

The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) is seeking a School Professional Liability Adjuster to own complex liability matters involving Texas public education entities. You will work with district leadership, defense counsel, and claims leadership to investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims while delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities include managing claims end-to-end, developing litigation strategies with counsel, and communicating outcomes to district leaders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Texas adjuster license or ability to obtain within the period.
• 5+ years of progressively complex insurance or risk management experience preferred.
• Experience with public entities, school districts, employment practices or governmental liability claims preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex School Professional Liability and General Liability claims from initial notice through resolution.
• Partner with defense counsel to develop litigation strategies and guide claims through mediation, settlement and trial.
• Communicate directly with school district leadership regarding claim developments, coverage issues, and resolution options.
• Balance sound technical claim handling with exceptional service to members, claimants, and business partners.

Skills

Liability claims

Litigation defense

Negotiation

Communication

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

CPCU/ARM/AIC designation preferred

Tools

Claims systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) is seeking a School Professional Liability Adjuster to own complex liability matters involving Texas public education entities. You will work with district leadership, defense counsel, and claims leadership to investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims while delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities include managing claims end-to-end, developing litigation strategies with counsel, and communicating outcomes to district leaders.