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Claims Director - Workers Compensation | New York Jurisdiction
**PRIMARY PURPOSE** : To be responsible for the technical and operational functions within assigned office(s) including compliance with company standards and industry best practices; to ensure consistent delivery of quality services including direct operational responsibility of an office in the location where the manager resides; to be responsible for staffing and training needs; and to be responsible for budget preparation and profit and loss management for assigned offices. Has direct and/or indirect responsibility for 50-99 colleagues.
**PREFERRED GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION**
Syracuse, NY - Hybrid/Agile
Within the greater New York City area.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Responsible for overall operations management for all assigned locations/offices.
+ Establishes policy and procedures to assure compliance to best practices, claims management services standards, state regulations, and client service requirements.
+ Establishes business plan with goals and objectives for the partnership and locations/offices.
+ Monitors management reports relating to the partner/office performance.
+ Assists with the coordination of sales and client service efforts.
**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
+ Supports the organization's quality program(s).
+ Travels as required.
**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
+ Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
+ Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education & Licensing**
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. CPCU, ARM, AIM, and/or AIC certifications preferred. Licenses as required.
**Experience**
Ten (10) years claims management experience including three (3) years prior supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
+ Preferred knowledge of managing New York Workers Compensation.
+ Preferred experience with large-scale Public Entity accounts.
**Skills & Knowledge**
+ Strong technical claims knowledge
+ Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
+ PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
+ Leadership/management/motivational skills
+ Analytical and interpretive skills
+ Strong organizational skills
+ Excellent interpersonal skills
+ Excellent negotiation skills
+ Ability to work in a team environment
+ Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
**WORK ENVIRONMENT**
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
**Mental:** Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
**Physical:** Computer keyboarding, travel as required
**Auditory/Visual:** Hearing, vision and talking
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
_As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is_ _(97,900-120,000). A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits._
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
**If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.**
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Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions. Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing - one where caring counts. Watch this video to learn more about us. (