Claims Representative 1 - Department of Law

Posting number: DOL08973

Department: Department of Law

Job classification: Claims Representative 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Legal

This is a Non-Civil Service position located in the Department of Law. The Claims Representative 1 will investigate and negotiate the settlement of claims involving Metropolitan Government equipment, property, or personnel.

• Investigates claims involving the Metropolitan Government equipment, property, or personnel.
• Locates witnesses and records statements pertaining to investigations.
• Prepares reports on accidents.
• Assembles reports for Settlement Committee and recommends payment or denial of claim with assistance of higher level personnel.
• Keeps information updated pertaining to claims.
• Works with other departments and the public.
• Corresponds with attorneys and insurance companies.
• Investigates complaints received from various agencies or the public.

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Additional experience in Equipment, Property, or personnel claims may be considered in lieu of education (1:1 ratio)
• Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
• Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

• Proficient in methods and procedures necessary to investigate civil claims involving the Metropolitan Government
• Experience gathering, assembling, analyzing, and evaluating evidence or facts to arrive at a sound conclusion
• Prior experience working with the public

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.