Workers' Compensation Claim Specialist (CO)

Overview

Position Title: Workers' Compensation Claim Specialist (CO jurisdiction, some UT possible)

Location: Hybrid (Greenwood Village, CO)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Salary Range: $60,000-$98,000 (experience considered)

Build Your Career With Purpose at CCMSI

At CCMSI, we partner with global clients to solve their most complex risk management challenges, delivering measurable results through advanced technology, collaborative problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to their success.

We don’t just process claims—we support people. As the largest privately owned Third Party Administrator (TPA), CCMSI delivers customized claim solutions that help our clients protect their employees, assets, and reputations. We are a certified Great Place to Work, and our employee-owners are empowered to grow, collaborate, and make meaningful contributions every day.

The Workers' Compensation Claim Specialist is responsible for the investigation and adjustment of assigned claims. This position may be used as an advanced training position for promotion consideration for supervisory/management positions. The Claim Representative is accountable for the quality of claim services as perceived by CCMSI clients and within our corporate claim standards.

Important – Please Read Before Applying

This is a true insurance claims adjusting role, not an HR, benefits, safety, consulting, or administrative position. Candidates must have direct experience investigating, evaluating, reserving, negotiating, and resolving claims as an adjuster or adjuster supervisor within a carrier, TPA, or similar claims environment. Applicants without hands-on adjusting experience will not be considered.

Responsibilities

When we hire adjusters at CCMSI, we look for professionals who understand that every claim represents a real person’s livelihood, take ownership of outcomes, and see challenges as opportunities to solve problems.

• Investigate, evaluate and adjust claims in accordance with established claim handling standards and laws.
• Establish reserves and/or provide reserve recommendations within established reserve authority levels.
• Review, approve or provide oversight of medical, legal, damage estimates and miscellaneous invoices to determine if reasonable and related to designated claims. Negotiate any disputed bills or invoices for resolution.
• Authorize and make payments of claims in accordance with claim procedures utilizing a claim payment program in accordance with industry standards and within established payment authority.
• Negotiate settlements in accordance within Corporate Claim Standards, client specific handling instructions and state laws, when appropriate.
• Assist in the selection, referral and supervision of designated claim files sent to outside vendors. (. legal, surveillance, case management,
• Review and maintain personal diary on claim system.
• Assess and monitor subrogation claims for resolution.
• Compute disability rates in accordance with state laws.
• Effective and timely coordination of communication with clients, claimants and other appropriate parties throughout the claim adjustment process.
• Provide notices of qualifying claims to excess/reinsurance carriers.
• Compliance with Corporate Claim Handling Standards and special client handling instructions as established.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Demonstrated knowledge of workers’ compensation claim handling, including indemnity claims

• Experience managing multiple client accounts across varied industries

• Colorado workers’ compensation claim experience

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with consistent attention to detail

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced claims environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders

• Strong customer service orientation with a commitment to accurate, compliant claim outcomes

• Reliable, predictable attendance during established client service hours

Nice to Have

• Experience handling claims in Utah

• Professional designations such as AIC, ARM, or CPCU

• Bilingual (Spanish) proficiency — highly valued for communicating with claimants, employers, or vendors, but not required

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 4 weeks PTO + 10 paid holidays in your first year
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Retirement plans: 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career growth: Internal training and advancement opportunities
• Culture: A supportive, team-based work environment

How We Measure Success

At CCMSI, great adjusters stand out through ownership, accuracy, and impact. We measure success by:

• Quality claim handling – thorough investigations, strong documentation, well-supported decisions
  • Compliance & audit performance – adherence to jurisdictional and client standards
  • Timeliness & accuracy – purposeful file movement and dependable execution
  • Client partnership – proactive communication and strong follow-through
  • Professional judgment – owning outcomes and solving problems with integrity
  • Cultural alignment – believing every claim represents a real person and acting accordingly

This is where we shine, and we hire adjusters who want to shine with us.

Compensation & Compliance

The posted salary reflects CCMSI’s good-faith estimate in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications, experience, geographic location, and internal equity. This role may also qualify for bonuses or additional forms of pay.

Visa Sponsorship:

CCMSI does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

ADA Accommodations:

CCMSI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

CCMSI is an Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable employment laws, including pay transparency and fair chance hiring regulations. Background checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment.

Our Core Values

At CCMSI, we believe in doing what’s right—for our clients, our coworkers, and ourselves. We look for team members who:

• Lead with transparency We build trust by being open and listening intently in every interaction.
• Perform with integrity We choose the right path, even when it is hard.
• Chase excellence We set the bar high and measure our success. What gets measured gets done.
• Own the outcome Every employee is an owner, treating every claim, every decision, and every result as our own.
• Win together Our greatest victories come when our clients succeed.

We don’t just work together—we grow together. If that sounds like your kind of workplace, we’d love to meet you.

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