Two Claims Adjuster Roles: 1. Workers' Compensation 2. Property & Casualty

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

Three years of experience in workers comp, general liability, and/or auto claims handling. Two years of experience working with public entities preferred for property & casualty role.

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.