Supervising Workers' Compensation Adjuster
Salary negotiable commensurate with qualifications.
FUTURE SALARY INCREASES3% Effective February 2025/2026*
The Risk Management Department is recruiting for a Supervising Workers' Compensation Adjuster who, under direction, supervises the activities of the Workers' Compensation Division of the Risk Management Department. Duties include supervising the receipt, review, and acceptance or denial of Workers' Compensation claims; assigning, evaluating and supervising the investigation and adjusting of all Workers' Compensation claims by staff; determining coverage for the County's self-insured Workers' Compensation program; negotiating contracts with outside investigators and defense attorneys; representing the County at conferences, committees, and the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board; performs related duties as required.
For more detailed information, refer to the Supervising Workers' Compensation Adjuster job description.- Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance.
For more detailed information on the MBO for eligible Teamsters classifications, refer to the MBO - Teamsters (BbOU).
A hybrid telework schedule may be offered upon satisfactory work performance. The department may also offer a 9/80 schedule, where incumbents enjoy a nine-day biweekly schedule.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully pass a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history, and physical exam/drug test.
Certificate: A valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate is required at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
Travel: Travel throughout the county may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements:
Certificate: A valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate is required at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
Experience: Seven (7) years of full-time equivalent experience adjusting workers' compensation claims, including three (3) years adjusting complex litigated claims, such as continuous trauma, AOE/COE, stress disability claims, and safety claims, and the provision of vocational rehabilitation benefits.
Note: Experience with auto, medical, dental, or life insurance claims is not considered qualifying experience.
Substitution: Successful completion of college coursework, from an accredited college, in finance, accounting, medical, or paralegal studies may be substituted for experience at a rate of 12 semester (18 quarter) units for six months of experience up to a maximum of 12 months.Education may not substitute for any of the required complex, litigated claims adjusting experience. Transcripts must be attached.
Note: Qualifying degree or coursework must have been completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Selection Process:
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the application and the supplemental questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Do not refer to a resume; it will not be reviewed.
Be sure to include in the work experience section of your application and the supplemental questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed periodically. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time.
PRIORITY REVIEW DATE: Apply by 5:00PM November 8th, 2024 for Priority Consideration for 1st Round Interviews
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