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Jeffco Public Schools - Colorado lists this Two Claims Adjuster Roles: 1. Workers’ Compensation 2. Property & Casualty (Golden) opportunity in golden, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Two Claims Adjuster Roles: 1. Workers’ Compensation 2. Property & Casualty
Jeffco Public Schools is hiring for TWO Claims Adjuster positions for the self-administered program within Risk Management:
Workers’ Compensation Adjuster to handle compensability determinations, medical management, lost-time benefits, and litigation coordination.
Property & Casualty Adjuster to manage a diverse caseload of general liability, bodily injury, auto liability, and property damage claims, with primary emphasis on liability and auto exposures.
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR BOTH ADJUSTER POSITIONS
Investigate claims, gather facts, interview involved parties, and evaluate claim exposure.
Ensure appropriate reserves are set timely. Review reserve recommendations with supervisor when exceeding authority limit.
Document claim status, progress notes, and action plans timely.
Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders regarding claim status, strategy, and anticipated outcomes.
Evaluate claims for settlement opportunities and assist in achieving timely, cost-effective resolutions.
Evaluate need for and assign social media checks, physical surveillance, SIU involvement, etc.
Assess claims for need of defense counsel involvement. Manage and provide strategic guidance to defense counsel.
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION ADJUSTER
Investigate workplace injuries to determine compensability under Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act regulations.
Coordinate medical treatment, independent medical exams (IMEs), and related claim services.
Calculate average weekly wages and administer indemnity benefits.
Complete required Division of Workers’ Compensation (DOWC) filings and ensure regulatory compliance.
Support injured employees, supervisors, HR partners, payroll, and leave administration throughout the claim process.
PROPERTY & CASUALTY ADJUSTER
Investigate and manage general liability, bodily injury, auto liability, auto physical damage, and property damage claims, including attorney-represented claims.
Evaluate liability, damages, claim exposure, and reserve adequacy.
Negotiate settlements with claimants, attorneys, and insurance carriers.
Coordinate facility and vehicle damage repairs and monitor recovery efforts.
Pursue subrogation, restitution, and recovery opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS
Workers' Compensation Adjuster: Minimum three years of experience handling workers' comp claims from start to finish. Indemnity claim experience preferred.
Property & Casualty Adjuster: Minimum three years of experience handling commercial general liability (CGL) claims from start to finish. Two years of experience working with Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA) preferred.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
High School degree required. Post-secondary insurance related courses or an Associate's Degree or higher preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS
None required. ARM (Associate in Risk Management), ARM-P (Associate in Risk Management for Public Entities) preferred.
Worksite address
golden, CO, 80401, US
Who can apply
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