Property/Liability Claim Analyst (with SMCSIG)

About the Employer Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities. THE MERIT SYSTEM AND THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION The San Mateo County Office of Education has utilized the Merit System since 1966 to ensure that classified employees are selected, promoted and retained without favoritism or prejudice. The Personnel Commission oversees a Civil Service (Merit) System of personnel management for San Mateo County Office of Education employees. The Merit System is a method of personnel management which is designed to promote the efficiency and economy of the workforce and the good of the public by providing for the selection and retention of employees, promotional opportunities, in-service training, and other related matters on the basis of merit, fitness, and the principle of "like pay for like work." Job Summary THIS IS NOT A SAN MATEO COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION JOB OPPORTUNITY. THIS POSITION WILL BE SUPPORTING THE SAN MATEO COUNTY SCHOOLS INSURANCE GROUP, WHICH IS AN AFFILIATE GROUP OF SMCOE San Mateo County Schools Insurance Group, a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) serving public school districts, is currently accepting applications for a Property/Liability Claim Analyst. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Minimum of five (5) years public-sector insurance claims experience and/or Property & Casualty Insurance. Experience working with Third Party Administrators (TPAs); public-sector, JPA, or governmental risk pool experience is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of claims management principles, including investigation, evaluation, negotiation, settlement, litigation management, and alternative dispute resolution. Understanding of school district operations and risk exposures, including student-related claims, employment and campus liability. Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic problem-solving skills. Ability to manage complex, high-exposure claims with a high degree of technical competence and attention to detail. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in preparing clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports, correspondence, and data analyses. Please see Job Description for a full list of duties Requirements / Qualifications

Created: 2026-03-10