Habitability Claims Specialist

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Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage litigated California habitability claims from assignment through resolution.
• Analyze coverage, liability and damages exposure and determine appropriate claim strategies.
• Evaluate documentation, expert reports, inspection findings, medical records, and other evidence.
• Establish and maintain reserves based on claim exposure and litigation developments.
• Negotiate settlements within authority and make recommendations on higher-exposure claims.
• Partner with defense counsel, experts, and other vendors to develop litigation strategies and drive claim resolution.
• Conduct interviews with insureds, claimants, witnesses, and other involved parties.
• Maintain accurate claim documentation and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Issue indemnity and expense payments as appropriate.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience handling litigated California habitability claims.
• Experience managing complex general liability or casualty claims.
• Knowledge of California landlord-tenant and habitability litigation practices.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate coverage, liability, and damages.
• Strong organization, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Juris Doctor (JD) preferred, or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent claims experience considered.
• Experience working with defense counsel and litigated claims files.
• Candidates must hold an active adjuster license or be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required state licenses. The company will support the licensing process, including training and compliance with ongoing continuing education requirements.

Benefits

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in-office
• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Pay

$100,000 - $170,000

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good-faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in-office

This role may be based out of one of the following office locations: Scottsdale, AZ; Rancho Cordova, CA; Plano, TX; Parsippany, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes-Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA; and Rosemont, IL.