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We’re looking for a Claims Management Consultant to join our team. In this role, you’ll lead efforts to reduce state exposure to liability, resolve tort claims, and advise management on risk.

What You’ll Do:

• Advise and consult on claims, loss control, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Analyze sensitive tort claims and lawsuits to determine coverage, liability, and financial exposure.

• Investigate complex claims involving bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage.

• Negotiate settlements with claimants, attorneys, and third parties.

• Collaborate with legal counsel and insurers on litigation strategy and recovery.

• Support strategic initiatives, process improvements, and risk management programs across state government.

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What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree demonstrating the capacity for the required knowledge and skills; AND Four years of professional-level experience in claims management, including the handling of litigated files.

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Any combination of education and experience equivalent to seven years of professional-level experience in claims management and the handling of litigated files.

Preference may be given to candidates with this experience in the public sector.

Desired Attributes:

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Experience in claims management, tort law, and risk/insurance principles

• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment in high-stakes situations

• Effective investigation, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities

• Clear, diplomatic communication, collaboration and consulting skills

• Skilled in data analysis, report writing, and decision making

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

How to Apply

Ready to join our team?

• External Applicants: Click “Apply” on the job posting to submit your application.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

Important Application Requirements: Submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how your experience meets the qualifications and desired attributes listed in this posting. Only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered. 

Our amazing include: 

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. 

• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service. 

• Retirement Benefits: Membership in (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). 

• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being. 

• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. 

• Commuting: Access to - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner. 

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the (PSLF) program. 

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• This position is eligible for a primarily hybrid work opportunity. The terms of hybrid work and the work schedule will be discussed and agreed upon with the successful candidate and hiring manager.

Additional Details

• This recruitment is for one permanent, full-time Operations & Policy Analyst 3 position in management service and may be used to fill future vacancies.  

• *The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check including fingerprints. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• We do not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

• Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference: Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Contact Information 

For accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application or Job-specific questions, please contact: 

• Recruiter: Cassie Graham 

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