Risk Management Coordinator (Workers Compensation and General Liability Claims Coordinator) Position Available In Brevard, Florida

Risk Management Coordinator (Workers’ Compensation and General Liability Claims Coordinator) City of Melbourne, FL – 3.2 Melbourne, FL Job Details Full-time $50,211.20 – $56,596.80 a year 2 days ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Workers’ compensation law Writing skills English Research 3 years High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Math Contracts Computer skills Typing Senior level Associate’s degree Copywriting Full Job Description Description The incumbent performs specialized and responsible work. The incumbent is responsible for relieving the Division Head of operational and administrative details and works with considerable independence within the scope of established policies and procedures. The incumbent exercises discretion and diplomatic skill in representing policies and working effectively with City personnel, officials, and the public. Examples of Duties Collects, analyzes, and reports all property, liability, auto, and casualty claims and works with insurance provider to ensure timely resolution. Monitors auto, general, contractual liability and casualty claims to assure validity and coordinates with appropriate City departments, claim adjustors and administrators. Administers and processes property, automobile, and other insurance claims to include program development, verifying coverage, and working with departmental staff and outside vendors to ensure the claims process is complete. Oversees and manages all workers’ compensation claims from initial report to resolution. Acts as a liaison between the employee and their department in regards to Workers’ Compensation. Prepares informational packages, handout materials and other communications regarding Workers’ Compensation. Acts as a liaison between the City and the general liability and Workers’ Compensation third-party administrators. Coordinates the return-to-work program and light duty assignments. Assists in litigation management, working with the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management and attorneys to develop litigation plans to resolve or defend litigation arising from claims. Organizes and manages annual insurance renewal, providing updates related to budget impact to the Director of Human Resources & Risk Management and Director of Finance. Drafts and types correspondence and reports for the Risk Management Division. Prepares and maintains litigated case files. Enters and inputs claim policy, program and contract data. Assists in the preparation of statistical and activity reports. May research, compile, and analyze a variety of data and information. Assists with the preparation of the Risk Management annual budget. Conducts annual driver’s license checks for employees required to have a driver’s license. Participates in the City’s property schedule audit. Performs other assigned duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent; five (5) years of progressively-responsible experience administering, adjusting, evaluating, and validating workers’ compensation claims and/or property and bodily injury related claims. Associate’s Degree; three (3) years of progressively-responsible experience administering, adjusting, evaluating, and validating workers’ compensation claims and/or property and bodily injury related claims. Work experience in insurance administration, workers’ compensation, occupational safety, or risk management may be substituted for higher education.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license. Certified Risk Manager (CRM) or Associate Risk Manager (ARM) certification preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and mathematics. Knowledge of office procedures and practices in planning and organizing work to meet goals and objectives. Knowledge of insurance, contracts, agreements, third- and first-party claims, and legal actions. Knowledge of methods, procedures and techniques for conducting statistical research. Knowledge of insurance law and regulations. Skill in the use of a personal computer and various applications programs. Ability to make independent decisions and to assist in routine managerial decisions. Ability to work effectively and courteously with the public and other employees. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to follow complex written and oral directions. Ability to carry out a wide scope of clerical procedures. Ability to compose effective and accurate correspondence and reports. Ability to organize technical data. Ability to deal with non-routine matters. Ability to operate modern office equipment such as a copier, computer, calculator, telephone, fax machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to type on computers for extended periods of time without rest and at a fast speed. Ability to work under pressure and handle stress when work with deadlines. Ability to work accurately in a noisy and stressful environment. Ability to work regularly scheduled hours with little moderation. Ability to see, read, write, and type messages, files, forms, labels, etc. in the English language. Ability to kneel, squat, sit, and stand for extended periods of time without rest. Ability to lift and carry packages that weigh up to 20 pounds. Ability to reach and grasp objects. Ability to stand and walk when going to copy room, retrieving mail, and delivering correspondence to other divisions. Ability to hear when required to answer phones. Ability to speak English when communicating with co-workers and the public. Ability to use fingers, hands, and wrists while operating various office machines and writing messages. Ability to print or write legibly when taking messages for other staff. The City of Melbourne offers a generous benefit package to include: 100% City paid medical insurance for employee only; coverage available for family Health Insurance opt-out incentive for employees with other medical coverage Dental . Vision Life Insurance in the amount of 1 times your annual salary Additional life insurance to include coverage for your spouse and child(ren) Short-term disability Long-term disability Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plans (FRS, local plan for Police and Fire personnel) Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement For more information about benefits visit https://www.melbourneflorida.org/departments/human-resources/employees-only/hr-information-forms-for-employees/benefits)