Assistant Claims Manager (Paralegal)
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:
Lincoln Job Posting

Hiring Rate:
$21.102

Classification Salary Range:
$21.10 - $31.11

Job Posting:
JR2024-00005525 Assistant Claims Manager (Paralegal) (Open)

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Job Description:
Do you have an eye for detail? Is collaboration in your wheelhouse? Are you looking to become part of an energetic team, while enjoying the stability and benefits the state has to offer? Then stop scrolling! The Risk Management team is looking for a Claims Manager to handle current and incoming claims filed against the State of Nebraska. Under the supervision and guidance of the Risk Manager, the Claims Manager will oversee the claims management software, the filing and disposition of tort, miscellaneous, contract, and Line of Duty Compensation Act claims filed against the State of Nebraska.

These responsibilities include preparing documents to claimants and coordinating contact with agencies' legal counsel and the Attorney General's Office related to claim recommendation, as well as coordinating all contact with claimants. In addition, the Claims Manager schedules and coordinates arrangements for State Claims Board meetings.

Look at what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties:

- Draft correspondence to Claimants.

- Contact Claimants related to claims.

- Prepare documents and investigate facts related to claims.

- Perform basic legal research.

- Maintain the claims management software.

- Summarize the transcript of hearings before the State Claims Board.

- Prepare documents, technology, correspondence, etc. for hearings before the State Claims Board.

- Upload invoices related to claims for payment.

- Prepare legislative reports and yearly claims bill.

- Other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies from an American Bar Association approved program at an accredited college or successful completion of a program at an American Bar Association approved paralegal institute. Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working as a paralegal and demonstrated writing/grammar skills.

Other: Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of: State and federal statutory and case law and constitutional provisions pertinent to agency programs; agency rules, regulations, policies and procedures pertinent to the legal services function; goals, scope, and impact of agency programs; the agency organizational structure, functional relationships, and legal processes of the courts and legislative/administrative bodies in Nebraska; the principles and practices of criminal and civil law administration; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; the principles and practices of legal research; the techniques of preparing and drafting legal documents and forms; legal terminology.

Ability to: interpret and apply statutes, case law, decisions of a court/administrative hearing, and administrative rules and policies; prepare and communicate orally the facts and arguments of a case; communicate in writing to summarize and exchange legal findings and conclusions; interact with legal associates, other government employees, the public, and representative of parties involved in a case; formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on research and investigations; conduct legal research and investigations; identify critical elements of legal questions or issues; and use a computer for word processing and research.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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