Liability Claims Representative II
About The Position
Liability Claims Representative II positions investigate, adjust, and settle varied and difficult personal injury and property damage claims against the City; review accident and injury reports; interview and correspond with claimants, witnesses, attorneys and physicians; approve or recommend denial of claims; negotiate settlements; assist in the preparation of cases for litigation; prepare investigative reports; represent the City in small claims actions; conduct risk studies; perform cost recovery/subrogation functions; perform projects related to the maintenance of the City's insurance portfolio; and perform other duties as assigned. Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
Requirements
- Two years of full-time professional experience in the investigation, adjustment, and settlement of general and/or automobile liability claims involving bodily injury or property damage.
- Qualifying professional experience MUST include the authority to approve settlements and deny claims.
- A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience and knowledge in the investigation, adjustment and settlement of claims under the California Government Tort Claims Act.
- Experience in handling litigated personal injury and property damage claims.
Responsibilities
- Investigate, adjust, and settle varied and difficult personal injury and property damage claims against the City
- Review accident and injury reports
- Interview and correspond with claimants, witnesses, attorneys and physicians
- Approve or recommend denial of claims
- Negotiate settlements
- Assist in the preparation of cases for litigation
- Prepare investigative reports
- Represent the City in small claims actions
- Conduct risk studies
- Perform cost recovery/subrogation functions
- Perform projects related to the maintenance of the City's insurance portfolio
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
