SENIOR WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS ADJUSTER Job at State Compensation Insurance Fund, Sonoma County, CA

  • State Compensation Insurance Fund
  • Sonoma County, CA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

State Fund is hiring self-motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environments to deliver quality customer service to our injured workers and employers. We offer exceptional training and career growth while making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Sound like you? Apply today!

Before you apply, please read our guide to State applications and how to complete an effective Statement of Qualifications.
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The department will consolidate all applications and evaluate them as a single pool. Candidates are encouraged to submit only one application . Submitting multiple applications to different JC numbers listed in this recruitment will not increase your chances of selection, as all submissions will be merged for a single, comprehensive review.

This recruitment is being advertised using multiple bulletins for different counties:

  • JC-533131-Humboldt
  • JC-533135-Fresno
  • JC-533136-Alameda
  • JC-533138-Shasta
  • JC-533206-Riverside
  • JC-533143-Los Angeles
  • JC-533074-Kern
  • JC-533145-Sacramento
  • JC-533147-San Diego
  • JC-533148-San Joaquin
  • JC-533149-Solano

In this Role You Will:

  • Reinforce your knowledge the lifecycle of a Workers Compensation claim and the governing codes and laws
  • Ensure timely and accurate benefit provision, according to claims management, corporate policies & procedures and DWC laws and regulations
  • Proactively and independently, manage, finalize and control (adjust) an inventory
  • Collaborate with a team of claims professionals and other stakeholders
  • Serve as a resource to other team members and/or other internal staff
  • Ensure delivery of a high-quality claims product as demonstrated by successful execution of job duties

If you have less than 4 years of workers' compensation claims adjusting experience, please see posting JC-533087 (Sonoma) for openings at the Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster level.

If you have a bachelor’s degree, please attach a copy with your application (transcripts with a conferral date is acceptable).

Location and interview format subject to change at State Fund’s discretion.

Looking for insight into claims? Learn more about our purpose, growth, and support at State Fund Here:

Please answer the Statement of Qualifications questions found in the Additional Required Documents section in no more than two pages.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

To be considered, you must provide a fully completed STD 678 application and resume. If a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this posting, it must also be submitted as instructed in the “Required Application Package” section. Alternative documents submitted in lieu of required Application, Resume, or Statement of Qualifications will not be accepted. Completed STD 678 must include duties performed, start and end dates, and hours worked per week for each position held.

If this posting requires an SOQ, Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers can be helpful in researching responses to the SOQ; however, by submitting your application for this position, you understand and acknowledge the SOQ you submit is your own work, in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences. Submitting a document that is not your own may be cause for disqualification from the hiring process

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 11/2/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Mailing Address

Attn: JC-533144 (CF/NR)

PO BOX 659015

Sacramento , CA 95865

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

State Compensation Insurance Fund

Talent Acquisition/Staffing

JC-533144 (CF/NR)

2275 Gateway Oaks Drive

Sacramento , CA 95833

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    Please answer the below questions in no more than two pages. Please number each question, write out each question, and write out your answer as follows:


    Q1. How do you ensure that all parts of a task or project, both large and small, are accomplished without any of them being overlooked?

    Q2.  Give an example of actions you took to help a customer or client which went beyond what is normally expected from someone in your position. Why did you take those actions? What were the results?

    Q3.  How did you hear about this position with State Fund?

    • Friend or family member, if so, who? __________

    • Cal HR

    • Social media

    • LinkedIn

    • I am a current State Fund employee

    • Other: Please explain: _________________________

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

State Fund employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Our benefit package includes:

Health Benefits Program (CalPERS)

Retirement (CalPERS)

Employer Health and Consolidated Benefits Contributions

Dental, Vision

401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Group Legal Services Insurance

Holidays, Vacation/Sick/Other Paid Leave

Flex Elect Reimbursement Program

Wellness and Recognition

Alternate Work Schedules

Transit Pass Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Scholarship Program

Leadership Training

Mentoring Program

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Nicholas Gutierrez
(209) 730-6383
ngutierrez2@scif.com

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Rosa Gil-Robles
(800) 499-8668

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Background Investigation

Prior to employment with State Compensation Insurance Fund, a background investigation (BI) will be initiated.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Flexible hours

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