$51.79-$62.93 Hourly / $8,977.00-$10,907.00 Monthly / $107,718.00-$130,884.00 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. Makes investigations of all circumstances surrounding personal injury and property damage claims for or against the City; prepares and compiles detailed reports of all such investigations, including interviews with claimants, doctors, nurses, police officials, attorneys, insurance adjusters and others.
2. Negotiates the settlement of claims within prescribed limits; interviews witnesses at scene of accidents and secures signed statements related thereto; consults with contractors, officials, technical and specialized personnel, as necessary.
3. Makes court appearances and gives testimony relating to claims; confers with city legal representatives in connection with trial preparation for claims involving court litigation; arranges for the presentation of physical documentary evidence for use at trials; makes arrangement for the court appearance of expert testimony at trials.
4. Investigates and resolves miscellaneous complaints such as defective, dangerous and nuisance conditions involving current or potential City or private property damage.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Working knowledge of: departmental rules and regulations; existing laws, ordinances and codes applicable to personal injury and property damage claims; legal terminology and court procedure.
Ability to: 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.
Requires possession of a valid state motor vehicle operator's license.
NOTE: This class is exempt from examination under Charter Section 3.401(c).