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Liability Claims Representative I positions investigate, adjust, and settle less difficult personal injury and property damage claims against the City; review minor accident and injury reports; interview and correspond with claimants, witnesses, attorneys and physicians; approve or recommend denial of claims; negotiate settlements; assist in the preparation of cases for litigation; prepare investigative reports; represent the City in small claims actions; conduct risk studies; perform cost recovery/subrogation functions; perform projects related to the maintenance of the City's insurance portfolio; and perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE: One year of full-time professional experience in the investigation, adjustment, and settlement of general and/or automobile liability claims involving bodily injury or property damage. Qualifying professional experience MUST include the authority to approve settlements and deny claims.
NOTE:
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

Liability Claims Representative I
City of San Diego, CA, CA, USPosted 5 days ago
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Job Description
APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING RELATED RECRUITMENTS:
- Liability Claims Aide
- Liability Claims Representative II
Liability Claims Representative I positions investigate, adjust, and settle less difficult personal injury and property damage claims against the City; review minor accident and injury reports; interview and correspond with claimants, witnesses, attorneys and physicians; approve or recommend denial of claims; negotiate settlements; assist in the preparation of cases for litigation; prepare investigative reports; represent the City in small claims actions; conduct risk studies; perform cost recovery/subrogation functions; perform projects related to the maintenance of the City's insurance portfolio; and perform other duties as assigned.
NOTE:
- Eligible benefited employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
EXPERIENCE: One year of full-time professional experience in the investigation, adjustment, and settlement of general and/or automobile liability claims involving bodily injury or property damage. Qualifying professional experience MUST include the authority to approve settlements and deny claims.
NOTE:
- City of San Diego employees using the Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation, signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and the total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will not be considered.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
- Experience and knowledge in the investigation, adjustment, and settlement of claims under the California Government Tort Claims Act.
- Experience in attendance and representation of parties in small claims court hearings.
- For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
Rev. 3 - June 12, 2026 (New Recruitment Date)