Claims Specialist,Sr
 University of New Mexico | |
Monthly: $4,875.87 - $6,976.67 DOE
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life insurance, remote work
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 United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque | |
| 1 University Of New Mexico (Show on map) | |
 Feb 17, 2026 | |
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Requisition ID req35755 Working Title Claims Specialist,Sr Position Grade 14 Position Summary The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Main Campus is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University. It is the responsibility of the Controller to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the organization oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University. The Department of Risk Services is seeking 2 (two) experienced professionals to coordinate, administer, and oversee its workers' compensation, property, and casualty claims, and Return to Work (RTW) program. Working under minimal supervision, these roles ensure effective claims management while maintaining compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and legislation. These positions serve as primary liaisons with external agencies, medical providers, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies, with emphasis on litigated claims. The successful candidates will manage the full lifecycle of workers' compensation and property and casualty claims, including investigation, liability determination, coverage verification, documentation, and resolution. These roles oversee litigated cases and may represent the University in mediations, hearings, settlement conferences, and trials. In addition, the position manages claims management information systems and ensures accurate organization, retention, and analysis of claims data. A key responsibility for these roles is the oversight and coordination of the University's Return to Work program. The incumbent collaborates with Human Resources, management, and other stakeholders to develop and implement effective return-to-work and modified duty strategies that support employee recovery and operational needs. These positions also provide authoritative guidance to university leadership, faculty, and staff on workers' compensation and property and casualty policies, loss control practices, and related legislation. Responsibilities include reviewing accident reports for accuracy and compliance, analyzing claims data, preparing reports, delivering training programs, and developing strategic recommendations to reduce the frequency and severity of losses. Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications See the Position Description for additional information. Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree; at least 4 years of directly related experience in claims adjusting, investigations, litigation and/or risk management. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Preferred Qualifications Preferences must be supported in resume.
Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Risk Services (185B) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $4,875.87 - $6,976.67 DOE Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 2/23/2026 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position may qualify for a hybrid schedule based on performance post probation/trial period. While on probation or during trial period, the expectation is to be in the office and on-site Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. This position is eligible for a remote work agreement (RWA), to include Hybrid, In-State, and Out-of-State. For more information about Remote Work Agreements, please refer to UAP 3245, Remote Work, Section 5, Establishing a Remote Work Agreement and Section 6, Out-of-State Employee Responsibilities. All Regular employees hired for an Out-of-State RWA must agree to an employee status of Term Appointment and subject to regular renewals no longer than yearly, in accordance with UAP 3200, Employee Classification. Renewal of Term Appointments is not guaranteed; the remote work arrangement, operational, and business needs will be considered in determining whether to renew the Term Appointment. Application Instructions Only applications submitted through Applicants must provide names and contact information for at least 3 supervisory references, on the application form, indicate whether it is okay to contact current and prior supervisors. Official transcripts and evidence of licensure (if applicable) will be required of the selected candidate. The resume should include a complete work history, replete with beginning and ending dates of employment and hours worked each week. Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. | |