Temporary Claims Adjuster

We are seeking a Claims Adjuster who will provide direct support to assigned public entity clients, exercising independent judgement and personal discretion on matters related to general liability claims, claims management, and claims resolution/settlement. Duties of the Claims Adjuster include, but are not limited to:

- Investigate, analyze, and determine the extent of insurance provider's liability concerning personal, casualty, or property loss or damages.

- Recommend claims action and setting and adjusting proper reserves as appropriate while complying with accepted guidelines regarding reserve practice and authority levels.

- Communicate with claimants, clients, and attorneys throughout the claims process.

- Correspond with, interview medical specialists, agents, witnesses, or claimants to compile information.

- Create and maintain records, diaries, and reports in the claims system and/or the client's system.

- Calculate benefit payments, negotiate claim resolutions, and approve payments, within a certain monetary limit.

- Collaborate with counsel in preparation for litigation including assembling evidence to support contested claims and keeping clients advised of litigation status.
Requirements
Education and Experience

- Bachelors degree preferred.

- At least three (8) years of experience with insurance claims, self insurance, pooled insurance.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- The ability to speak and write fluently in Spanish is a requirement.