What are the responsibilities and job description for the Claims Administrator position at Kennedy Services?
Claims Administrator Overview:A government entity is seeking a qualified Claims Administrator to manage the administration of a Title VII-related relief program. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in claims administration, demonstrated success in large-scale award programs, and the ability to efficiently handle high volumes of electronic submissions while ensuring accuracy and compliance.Minimum Qualifications:Must have 5–10 years of experience providing claims administration services.Demonstrated experience handling State or Federal relief programs, specifically related to Title VII actions.Proven success in administering award programs with funding comparable to $2.75 million.Ability to process a minimum of 70 claims per week.Proficiency in electronic submission and processing systems.Submission of at least three (3) professional references from the past five years confirming relevant experience.Responsibilities:Develop or adopt forms for Interest-In-Relief, Objections, Awards, and Acceptance of Individual Relief Awards, ensuring all forms can be submitted and maintained electronically.Assign unique identification numbers to claimants and maintain accurate records of all submissions and notices.Send notifications to claimants regarding the status of their claims and provide clear guidance for correcting incomplete submissions.Review all submissions to verify completeness and accuracy before approving awards.Prepare and send monetary award checks to claimants, including tracking returned checks and processing payments with appropriate tax withholdings.Maintain detailed records of all claims, notices, and payments, and provide regular reports to the Department.Communicate with claimants whose awards remain unclaimed, providing information about deadlines and potential redistribution of funds.Compile and deliver comprehensive reports documenting the overall administration process, funds distributed, recipients paid, and any issues encountered.Ensure all activities comply with the Department’s security and standard requirements.Key Competencies:Strong organizational and administrative skills with attention to detail.Ability to manage high volumes of work accurately and efficiently.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Experience with compliance, reporting, and financial tracking.Proficiency in electronic data management and reporting systems.Proficiency in electronic data management and reporting systems.#zr
