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Claims Adjuster 1
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
17069
Department
Office of Management and Budget
Division
Risk Management
Opening Date
08/05/2026
Closing Date
9/7/2026 8:10 AM Central
Max Number of Applicants
250
Position Description
The Office of Management and Budget serves Commissioners Court in carrying out its vision for Harris County government. Our mission is to assist the Court in safeguarding the County's fiscal health, achieving strategic objectives, promoting transparent, accountable government and serving the residents of Harris County.
The Office of Management and Budget has four primary areas of responsibility:
Budget
Encouraging efficient resource allocation through development of County budgets that are aligned with the priorities of the community and of elected officials.
Finance
Raising funds for capital projects and managing the County's investments. Acting as a trusted and fiscally responsible steward of taxpayer dollars.
Management
Implementing the strategic priorities of Harris County by coordinating financial resources and department activities. Communicating to the public and to Commissioners Court relevant, non partisan and accurate budget, financial and performance data.
Performance
Enhancing government's effectiveness through financial and data analysis. Delivering applications, dashboards, maps, and technical support to assist Commissioners Court, departments and agencies in achieving their goals.
Risk Management
Ensuring the safety of the Harris County workforce in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Coordinating local, state and federal financial resources to respond effectively to natural and public health disasters.
The Office of Management and Budget is seeking a qualified Claims Adjuster 1!
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for the investigation and assisting with handling simple property damage and liability claims, including the subrogation of claims.
The Adjuster 1 performs work under direct to general supervision and possesses beginning to work knowledge of subject matter.
Handles basic questions/issues from claimants, employees, and the general public related to investigations and claims and refers more complex questions/issues to higher-level staff.
Provides accurate information to claimants, employees, other departmental employees and the general public via e-mail, correspondence, telephone, or in person.
Testifies in court proceedings; participates in mediations and hearings.
Prepares reports and presentations as required.
Manages and coordinates diverse tasks with strong attention to detail.
Coordinates activities on workers compensation claims with the claim contractor.
Assists in all areas of Human Resources and Risk Management as required.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Education:
Experience:
Licensure:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to independently make decisions.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
Ability to pay attention to details.
Skilled in utilizing Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Power Point.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience of handling claims under the "Texas Tort Claims Act".
Three (3) years of bodily injury claims handling experience.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Salary:
Work Location:
Work Environment:
Physical Demands:
This is a largely sedentary role that may require sitting for long periods of time.
This role would require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds, bending, standing, and walking as necessary. May require travel to offsite locations.
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Retirement Savings Benefit
The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
www.benefitsathctx.com
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
02
Do you have a Texas Department of Insurance Adjusters license?
03
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience handling claims, subrogation, and bodily injury? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)
04
Please provide details about your verifiable experience handling claims, subrogation, and bodily injury. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
05
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience of handling claims under the "Texas Tort Claims Act"? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)
06
Please provide details about your verifiable experience of handling claims under the "Texas Tort Claims Act". Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
07
Which of the following best describes your verifiable bodily injury claims handling experience? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)
08
Please provide details about your verifiable bodily injury claims handling experience. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.
09
Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions: Advanced: A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons. Intermediate: A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons. Basic: A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it. Entry Level: A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.
Required Question
Employer Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone 713-274-5445
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx