Senior Long Term Disability Claims Specialist

Pacific Life; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellbeing Reimbursement Account

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) match

Job summary

Pacific Life in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a claims professional to manage a diverse LTD claims caseload from intake through resolution, delivering timely, fair, and accurate decisions aligned with policy provisions.

You will collaborate with clinical and vocational partners on RTW strategies, document decisions clearly, mentor new staff, and help refine internal processes while navigating regulatory requirements such as ERISA and HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Experience handling long-term disability claims.
• Ability to interpret policy provisions and apply them to complex cases.
• Strong documentation, clear communication, and adherence to internal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of LTD claims from intake through resolution with timely, fair, and accurate decisions.
• Collaborate with clinical and vocational partners to develop effective RTW strategies and determine benefit eligibility.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on LTD claim practices and contribute to improving procedures and system requirements.
• Maintain thorough, precise documentation and communicate with claimants, employers, and stakeholders.
• Mentor and onboard new team members and support cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

LTD claims handling

Policy provisions

Regulatory compliance

Collaboration

Mentoring teammates

Job description

Job Description

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

• Manage a diverse and often complex caseload of LTD claims from initial intake through resolution, ensuring timely, fair, and accurate decisions using sound judgment and adherence to policy provisions.
• Collaborate with clinical and vocational partners to develop effective RTW strategies and determine appropriate benefit eligibility and durations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on LTD claim practices, consulting on best practices and contributing to the design and refinement of internal procedures, workflows, and system requirements.
• Leverage a deep understanding of disability contract provisions, exclusions, riders, waivers, and applicable regulatory and statutory requirements (e.g., FMLA, ERISA, HIPAA).
• Ensure detailed and accurate documentation of all decisions and interactions, and communicate clearly with claimants, employers, and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor and support onboarding of new team members; share expertise and foster knowledge growth within the team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Compliance, Legal, Intake/Admin, Clinical and Vocational Services, and other business units to deliver a coordinated and compliant claims experience.
• Proactively identify process gaps or opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement efforts and enterprise initiatives.
• Demonstrate agility in adapting to changing priorities, business needs, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity in all claim-related activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Base Pay Range

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$73,260.00 - $89,540.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

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EEO Statement

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.