Senior Claims Adjuster — Auto, Liability & Property

Manatee County Government

Bradenton (FL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Manatee County Government is seeking a Claims Adjuster to support the Self-Insurance Program within the County Attorney’s office, handling auto liability, general liability, property, and workers’ compensation claims. You will review claims, set reserves, manage files, and coordinate with attorneys and adjusters.

Under the supervision of the Risk Manager, you will negotiate settlements, prepare reports, and train staff on reporting procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Legal Studies, Business, Public Administration, or related field.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience adjusting insurance claims with an emphasis in the area of assignment.
Valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire; Florida All Lines Adjuster license or ability to obtain prior to start date.

Responsibilities

Review all accident and incident injury forms and claims.
Determine and set appropriate reserves; input and maintain accurate claims and investigation files in department database including those for subrogation purposes.
Open, evaluate and manage new claims as well as managing and tracking existing claims.
Follow up as needed with attorneys, adverse adjusters, and/or third-party adjusters regarding the status of a claim.
Attend mediations, depositions, and hearings; review demand packages and determine case and settlement value; negotiate and settle claims within designated authority, including restitution settlements.
Prepare correspondence, memoranda and reports.
Monitor restitution payments.
Prepare loss run reports.
Attend meetings.
Train various department staff on procedures to report claims.
Perform various duties as requested by the Risk Manager and/or the County Attorney.