Risk Services: Claims Specialist

2 weeks ago

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States University of New Mexico Full time
Claims Specialist

Requisition ID
req29626

Working Title
Risk Services: Claims Specialist

Position Grade
12

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Main Campus is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University.

It is the responsibility of the Controller's Office aka Financial Services to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the Controller's Office oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University.

Within Financial Services is Risk Services who is looking for a Claims Specialist to coordinate and administer non-litigated worker compensations, property, and casualty claims. This individual will process and document claims and ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation. The selected candidate will serve as a liaison with external agencies and regulatory bodies in the administration of claims and in the care and disposition of claimants.

UNM is one of the top employers in New Mexico and offers great benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, discounts for sporting and other events, retirement plans, as well as generous leave allowances including paid parental leave.

Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Valid New Mexico Driver's License.
Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED; at least 3 years of directly related experience in claims adjusting, investigations, litigation and/or risk management.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in public-sector claims administration or with the NM Tort Claims Act
  • Experience processing claims regarding worker's compensation, property, and casualty
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with a variety of constituents both internally and externally
  • Experience with providing excellent customer service
Additional Requirements

Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department
Risk Services (185B)

Employment Type
Staff

Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status
Exempt

Pay
Monthly: $3, $5,040.53

Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required
Yes

For Best Consideration Date
6/5/2024

Eligible for Remote Work
Yes

Eligible for Remote Work Statement
This position may qualify for a hybrid schedule based on performance post probation/trial period. While on trial period or probation, the expectation is to be in the office and on-site Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted.If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Applicants must submit a cover letter expressing interest in the position and how your experience aligns with the preferred qualifications (be specific). Please provide names and contact information for at least 3 supervisory references, on the application form, indicate whether it is okay to contact current and prior supervisors. Official transcripts and evidence of licensure (if applicable), will be required of the selected candidate. The resum should include a complete work history, replete with beginning and ending dates of employment.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

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