Public Sector Liability Claims Adjudicator

City-of-Compton,-C; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Compton is seeking a Liability Claims Technician to examine and adjust minor liability claims ($5,000 and below) under general supervision. The role monitors expenditures, communicates with citizens, supervisors, employees, and attorneys, and supports related claim activities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Business Administration or related field and have at least two years of public-sector claims experience, with proficiency in MS Office and strong investigative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Two years of experience adjusting liability claims with a public agency or third party administrator (TPA).
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, examines, and adjusts liability claims.
• Receives and records all claims and determines compensability.
• Investigates accident scenes or city property; photographs as needed.
• Advises departments on procedures and deadlines for employee vehicle accidents.
• Inputs claim information and payments using computer systems.
• Prepares subrogation report cases.
• Custodian of records; attests to validity under court direction by subpoena.
• Compiles facts, analyzes thoroughly, and makes sound decisions.
• Maintains security and confidentiality of records and information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Investigation

Liability assessment

Record keeping

Negotiation

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

City of Compton is seeking a Liability Claims Technician to examine and adjust minor liability claims ($5,000 and below) under general supervision. The role monitors expenditures, communicates with citizens, supervisors, employees, and attorneys, and supports related claim activities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Business Administration or related field and have at least two years of public-sector claims experience, with proficiency in MS Office and strong investigative skills.