$57.08-$69.40 Hourly / $9,893.00-$12,029.00 Monthly / $118,716.00-$144,352.00 Yearly
"The class specifications shall be descriptive of the class and shall not be considered a restriction on the assignment of duties not specifically listed." (CSC Rule 7)
1. Assigns, supervises and reviews the work of subordinate investigators; reviews accident reports to assure that all witnesses have been interviewed and all phases of investigation have been properly completed; personally negotiates the settlement of involved claims within prescribed limits.
2. Prepares and compiles detailed reports of all investigations made; prepares legal documents for the approval of management and city legal personnel in connection with the settlement of damage claims for or against the City.
3. Confers with attorneys, doctors, insurance adjustors and other qualified experts in obtaining specialized professional or technical reports for use in settling claims; negotiates with attorneys and others in effecting settlement of claims and determining the extent of liability; may call upon the services of professional or technical personnel to aid in investigation of claims; attends court sessions and testifies for the City when necessary.
4. Investigates miscellaneous complaints involving existent or potential property damage involving City property.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Thorough knowledge of: departmental rules and regulations; existing laws, ordinances and codes applicable to personal injury and property damage claims processing; legal terminology and court procedure.
Ability to: assign and supervise the work of claims investigators; collect and analyze information relating to accident and property damage claims and make sound recommendations for their settlement; meet and deal effectively with the general public and handle delicate public relations problems with considerable tact; prepare accurate and factual investigative reports and maintain related records.