Job Description

Description

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Under general supervision, perform a wide variety of complex work managing the day to day risk management functions; assists in keeping financial, personnel, insurance and operational records; provides administrative support to Director. Work varies; individual judgment is required within generally prescribed standards and procedures.

Essential Functions

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Maintain the day to day City's risk management information system and related databases; maintain and update the City's vehicle, property, inland marine and equipment policies and schedules; process loss control and damage recovery claims; process and maintain City's workers' compensation claims; maintain departmental confidential files and claims; assist Director in evaluating coverage limits; prepare reports as requested; compose and type routine correspondence; prepare and mail bills and notices; enter requisitions; plan and execute safety program and inspections to raise awareness and education; provide administrative support to the Director of Administrative Services, assisting with financial, personnel and operational records as needed; assist in meeting preparation, attending as assigned; perform overtime as required and other duties as assigned.



SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS:

None



ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, officials and the public. (Daily)

Regular timely/punctual attendance. (Daily)

Maintain and exhibit discretion and integrity at all times when handling confidential information. (Daily)

Prepare, organize and file records, reports and other documents. (Daily)

Properly account for materials, supplies and funds. (Daily)

Effectively process various types of insurance claims. (Daily)

Effectively and efficiently process and maintain the City's workers' compensation program. (Daily)

Effectively and efficiently plan and carry out employee safety program. (Daily)



PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Work Type:

Light, exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Climbing/Balancing:

Minimal, ability to sit and stand

Walking:

Minimal amount required

Stooping/Bending:

Frequently

Stand/Sit:

Sit about 85 percent of the time

Reaching:

Frequent, overhead as well as horizontal

Vision:

Adequate to perform essential functions

Color Vision:

Adequate to perform essential functions

Hearing:

Frequently perceive nature of sound by ear

Speech:

Frequently express ideas by means of spoken words

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination:

Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability

Manual Dexterity:

Frequently operates equipment requiring moderate ability



ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Inside/Outside:

Work inside

Cold/Heat:

Controlled

Wet/Dry:

Controlled

Noise/Vibrations:

Office equipment

Hazards:

None

Fumes/Dust/Odors:

None

Infectious Diseases:

Low exposure



MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Ability to read and comprehend written material.

Ability to listen and apply information and instructions.

Ability to organize files and effectively retrieve data.

Ability to comprehend and apply computer software principles.

Ability to understand and apply basic insurance principles.

Ability to understand mathematical concepts to include basic arithmetic.

Ability to schedule appointments.

Qualifications

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MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school degree/GED with two years progressively responsible administrative experience. Requires strong computer, customer service and grammatical skills. Insurance and/or workman's compensation experience preferred. Possession of a valid Nebraska Driver's license.



RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:

None

Supplemental Information

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MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND WORK AIDS USED:

Copy machine, computer, telephone, and fax.



Rates effective January 1, 2025 and are subject to change. Benefits are effective on the 1st day of employment.

Health and Dental Insurance:

The City of Kearney Health Insurance Plan includes health, prescription, and dental coverage.

Employee spouses' who have health/dental coverage available through their own employer are not eligible to participate in the City's health/dental insurance.

Health/Dental (4 Tiers)

Single Coverage $ 77.35 biweekly Employee + Spouse Coverage $165.24 biweekly Employee + Dependents Coverage $131.49 biweekly Family Coverage $192.74 biweekly

Vision Insurance:

EyeMed Vision coverage is available. Employee only - $3.32; Employee/Spouse - $6.30; Employee/Dependents - $6.64; Family - $9.76. All rates are bi-weekly payroll deductions.

IdentityForce:

Identity Theft Protection available, Employee/Children (children 26 and under) $8.49; Family $14.49 per month.

Retirement:

City contributes 6% if the employee contributes 6%.

Life Insurance:

The City pays 100% of the cost of employee life insurance of $50,000, spouse coverage $10,000, and dependent children coverage $5,000. Supplemental life insurance available at a discounted group rate.

Cafeteria/Section 125:

Can be used for medical and daycare expenses per IRS guidelines.

Deferred Comp:

Voluntary deferred compensation program (457 & Roth IRA Plans).

EAP:

Employee Assistance Program provides 6 free counseling sessions per issue for employees and dependents.

Long Term Disability:

Long term disability insurance provided by the City.

Longevity:

Annual payment of $300 after 5 years of continuous years of service with $50 increases every 5 years with a maximum payment of $550.

Vacation:

Vacation leave is earned and accrued in bi-weekly increments in the following manner: 80 hrs years 1 - 4; 120 hrs years 5 - 14; 160 hrs years 15+. New employees receive 40 hours of vacation upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Vacation leave may accumulate to a maximum of 240 hours.

Medical Leave:

Medical leave is accrued at a biweekly rate equal to 12 days a year. New employees receive 40 hours of medical leave upon hire with biweekly accruals beginning on the sixth month of employment. Medical leave may accumulate to a maximum of 1,440 hours.

Parental Leave:

3 weeks paid leave.

Personal Leave:

2 personal days are provided on the first of every calendar year. Employees must be employed on January 1st to receive personal leave days. Unused personal leave does not carry over to the next year.

Holidays:

Twelve paid holidays per year.

Military:

Active members receive 120 hours of military leave annually. Military leave does not carry over to the next year.