VICTIM COMPENSATION CLAIMS ANALYST - 41000639

Requisition No: 834393 

Agency: Office of the Attorney General

Working Title: VICTIM COMPENSATION CLAIMS ANALYST - 41000639

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 41000639 

Salary:  $41,200.12 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 08/29/2024 

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

Our Organization and Mission: The Office represents the State of Florida in state and federal civil and criminal courts, from trial courts to the Supreme Court of the United States. 

Position Summary: This position is in the Office of the Attorney General in the Victim Compensation Unit in Tallahassee, Florida.

The incumbent in this position serves the primary role of processing claim and payment determinations in the Bureau of Victim Compensation and plays an integral role in the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the program through daily activities in the claims process. 

Pay: $41,200.12 Annually

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or 3 years of relevant clerical or administrative experience in the areas of: accounting; claims processing; claims or benefits eligibility determination; social or victim services; disability examiner; claims adjuster; insurance adjuster; or case manager processing eligibility and benefit payments.
• A high school diploma (or equivalent) can substitute for one year of required work experience.

 Preference will be given to applicants who have previous victim compensation experience and also be given to candidates who are fluent in Spanish.

**The selection process may include an in-person skills assessment exercise.**

The Work You Will Do: The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Resolve compensability issues and independently determine eligibility for victim compensation benefits in accordance with established statutes, administrative rules, and procedures within two business days of receipt and with no margin of error. If necessary, generate requests for information and utilize correspondence from victims, applicants, attorneys, centers, financial institutions, insurance carriers, medical providers, and/or criminal justice agencies to finalize determinations.
• Perform criminal history background checks for victims and applicants seeking victim compensation and/or property loss benefits using the Criminal Justice Information System, with no margin of error.
• Contact law enforcement and criminal justice entities concerning claims to assess statutory elements of eligibility for benefits, as well as obtain information regarding the status of prosecution and restitution.
• Contact victims telephonically to provide an introduction, status information, and/or instructions within two business days of claim assignment.
• Contact vendors, advocates, employers, treatment providers, contractors, and/or collateral sources to verify costs directly related to the criminal victimization, and to verify that collateral sources are exhausted prior to payment by the trust fund, if applicable.
• Authorize payments in accordance with established statutes, administrative rules, and procedures. Identify potential subrogation activities, and handle refund/recoupment/restitution issues as needed.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns received via telephone, email, fax, or mail, within two business days of receipt. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing by providing information that is professional, clear and well understood.
• Resolve problems and complaints without escalation and with minimal referral to supervisors. Demonstrate sensitivity and awareness while adhering to confidentiality practices. Recognize obligations in the transparency of public records laws to record activities in a concise and impartial manner.
• Perform Automated Call Distribution duties as needed.
• Based on monthly statistical reports, achieve quantitative measurements of aptitude no less than 30 claim determinations processed, and 50 expenses paid monthly.
• Finalizes quality assurance corrective actions within 5 business days of notification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written) required.

Note: This position may require extended hours and/or travel outside of the work site.

The Benefits of  Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers.
• And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: To be considered for the position, all applicants must:

Submit a complete and accurate application profile necessary for qualifying such as dates of service, reason for leaving, etc. In addition, all applicants must ensure all employment and/or detailed information about work experience is listed on the application (including military service, self-employment, job-related volunteer work, internships, etc.) and that gaps in employment are explained. NOTE: Any required experience and/or preferences listed in the advertisement must be verified at the time of application.

• Ensure that applicant responses to qualifying questions are verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the employment application and/or resume. Applicants who do not respond to the qualifying questions will not be considered for this position.
• The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment exercise. 
• Current and future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for a period of up to six months. Following the six-month period, a new application must be submitted to an open advertisement to be considered for that vacancy.
• OAG employees are paid biweekly. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113, Fs.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS/ DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: All OAG positions are "sensitive or special trust" and require favorable results on a background investigation including fingerprinting, pursuant to s. 110.1127(2)(a), F.S. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free Workplace, all employees are subject to reasonable suspicion or other drug testing in accordance with section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. We hire only U.S. citizens and those lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

E-VERIFY STATEMENT: The Office of the Attorney General participates in the U.S. government’s employment eligibility verification program (e-verify). E-verify is a program that electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States after completion of the employment eligibility verification form (i-9).

PERSONS WITH DISABILITY/ADA STATEMENT: The OAG supports the employment of individuals with disabilities and encourages them to seek employment within our agency. If you need an accommodation because of a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in order to participate in the application process, please notify the people first service center at 877-562-7287. If you need an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the hiring authority in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

REMINDERS: Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website at: https: //www.sss.gov. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. If you return to FRS employment before satisfying the required waiting period, your retirement may be voided, and you may have to repay all benefits you have received, including any Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) payout.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Salary : $41,200