[Hiring] Public Entity/School Board Legal Liability Claims Adjuster @Selective Insurance Company of America

Role Description

In this role, you will independently manage complex liability D&O and EPL claims involving public entities – municipalities, police officers/departments, etc. and school boards. You will investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims from initial notice through final resolution while providing excellent service to policyholders, agents, and other stakeholders.

• Manage complex claims involving public entities, including:
  • Tort Claim Notices and compliance with applicable state requirements
  • Land use and zoning-related disputes
  • Violations of local ordinances, statutes, regulations, or rules
  • Law enforcement liability claims, including allegations related to supervision, training, and wrongful acts by public officials
  • Other liability claims involving government entities and officials
• Manage school board liability claims, including allegations involving:
  • Discrimination or unfair treatment of students
  • Failure to provide appropriate educational services
  • Failure to protect students
  • Wrongful acts affecting students or their families
• Manage employment practices liability claims involving public entities and school boards, such as:
  • Wrongful termination
  • Harassment and hostile work environment allegations
  • Retaliation claims
  • Violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and other employment-related laws

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze complex facts, legal issues, and insurance coverage questions
• Strong investigation, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Experience managing litigated claims and working with legal counsel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Commitment to providing responsive, professional service to policyholders and agents

Requirements

• Experience handling Public Entity Professional Liability, Police Professional Liability, and Employment Practices Liability claims required
• Ability to properly address exposure and adjust files and expenses
• Ability to analyze claims presented, legal complaints, litigation reports and trend analysis to identify issues
• Experience in complex coverage analysis and significant large loss evaluations
• Superior communication, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Moderate proficiency with standard business-related software (including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Sufficient keyboarding proficiency to enter data accurately and efficiently
• Must have valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing and be able to drive an automobile

Education and Experience

• College degree required
• Law degree or MBA preferred
• 8+ Casualty claims handling experience (of those, a minimum of 5 years handling cases of a complex nature with a primary P&C carrier)
• Experience handling Public Entity Professional Liability, Police Professional Liability, and Employment Practices Liability claims required

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Incentive plan eligibility at all levels
• Comprehensive health care plans
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
• 20 days of paid time off

Pay Range

USD $124,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual’s unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences – and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success.