Temporary Claims Assistant

Shelter Insurance Companies; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelter Insurance Companies is hiring a Temporary Claims Assistant in Missouri. The role offers 25-40 hours per week, with a starting base pay of $17.06 per hour.

It’s a temporary assignment up to 6 months from the hire date, designed to support Claims personnel in administrative tasks. The position requires strong administrative skills, excellent communication, and the ability to handle confidential information while following company policies.

Qualifications

• Superior administrative office skills and written/oral communication.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Discretion handling sensitive information.
• Strong data entry and organization abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative duties for Claims personnel: filing, record keeping, and reports.
• Prepare reports, order and inventory supplies, handle telephone duties.
• Make payments on claims as requested by adjuster/management.
• Update rosters and emergency contacts; collect data from Medicare, loss payees, mortgagees, and providers.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Telephone etiquette

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Confidential handling

Job description

A company built to serve you. It\'s your career, Shelter it!

Temporary Claims Assistant

$17.06 minimum starting pay

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Shelter maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in geographic location, education, training, skills, relevant work experience, business needs and market demands. Please remember that this is the minimum starting base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position.

What You Will Be Doing

Perform general administrative duties for Claims personnel such as keyboarding, filing, record keeping, preparing reports, ordering and inventory of supplies and handling telephone duties. Perform any other related duties necessary to ensure the Unit is functioning efficiently. Also pay bills, update all rosters and emergency contacts, and assign claims. Make payments on claims at the adjuster or management request. Make phone calls to collect data on claims from Medicare, loss payees, mortgagees, medical providers and requests for police or fire reports.

This is a temporary position, 25-40 hours per week. Needed up to 6 months from hire.

What We\'re Looking For

• Superior administrative office skills: including oral and written communications skills, and proper telephone etiquette.
• Must demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and usage of all computer systems.
• Above average interpersonal and investigative skills.
• Accountability for performing assigned duties accurately and efficiently and in accordance with established company policies and departmental procedures.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and documents appropriately.
• Ability to accept supervision, follow instructions, and work harmoniously with co-workers and management.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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11/20/2026