City of Aurora
Worker's Compensation Claims Adjuster
City of Aurora, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
JOB LOCATION
15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:
Integrity ,
Respect, Professionalism , and
Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes awayOn-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancementAccess to innovation workspacesPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Hiring salary: $71,110.41 - $88,888.01/year
The deadline to submit an application for this position is October 7, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and this position is subject to close at any time once a sufficient amount of applications is received.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Adjusts lost time and medical only workers' compensation claims for all City employees as a member of the Risk Management Division of the Finance Department.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Adjusts lost time and medical only workers' compensation claimsPerforms investigations of claim incidents to verify compensability of claims and to determine the nature and extent of the claim as well as methods to prevent future accidents and injuriesCommunicates with injured City employees, supervisors and managers as well as other City personnel, medical personnel, attorneys and insurance carriersWith management approval, conducts settlement negotiations, and, when negotiations are successful, administers and prepares settlement documents.Coordinates return to work status with employees, supervisors and medical personnelInitiates and administers subrogation actionsCoordinates litigation with outside counsel and prepares correspondence to all partiesTimely files all admissions and other filings in accordance with State of Colorado statutes and administrative rulesCalculates claim reserves and sets reserves with management approvalMaintains database and records related to claims function in the Risk Management Information System (RMIS)Coordinates with the Safety work unit to prevent future accidents.Assists in the preparation of training sessions and materialsPerforms other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.Experience
:
At least 5 years experience in worker's compensation lost time claims adjustment.An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.Knowledge:
Knowledge of applicable State of Colorado workers' compensation Statutes and Administrative RulesPersonal computer software application including database, spreadsheet and word processing applications.Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with claimants, employees and citizens.Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to use de-escalation techniques to handle sensitive/emotional situations.Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills.
For Veterans
preference
:
Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:
Integrity ,
Respect, Professionalism , and
Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes awayOn-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancementAccess to innovation workspacesPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Hiring salary: $71,110.41 - $88,888.01/year
The deadline to submit an application for this position is October 7, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and this position is subject to close at any time once a sufficient amount of applications is received.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Adjusts lost time and medical only workers' compensation claims for all City employees as a member of the Risk Management Division of the Finance Department.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Adjusts lost time and medical only workers' compensation claimsPerforms investigations of claim incidents to verify compensability of claims and to determine the nature and extent of the claim as well as methods to prevent future accidents and injuriesCommunicates with injured City employees, supervisors and managers as well as other City personnel, medical personnel, attorneys and insurance carriersWith management approval, conducts settlement negotiations, and, when negotiations are successful, administers and prepares settlement documents.Coordinates return to work status with employees, supervisors and medical personnelInitiates and administers subrogation actionsCoordinates litigation with outside counsel and prepares correspondence to all partiesTimely files all admissions and other filings in accordance with State of Colorado statutes and administrative rulesCalculates claim reserves and sets reserves with management approvalMaintains database and records related to claims function in the Risk Management Information System (RMIS)Coordinates with the Safety work unit to prevent future accidents.Assists in the preparation of training sessions and materialsPerforms other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.Experience
:
At least 5 years experience in worker's compensation lost time claims adjustment.An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.Knowledge:
Knowledge of applicable State of Colorado workers' compensation Statutes and Administrative RulesPersonal computer software application including database, spreadsheet and word processing applications.Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with claimants, employees and citizens.Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Ability to use de-escalation techniques to handle sensitive/emotional situations.Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills.
For Veterans
preference
:
Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.