Claims Adjuster - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Transit Commission

Toronto Transit Commission

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 8555

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department:
Legal Claims

Salary Information:
$80, $100,245.60

Pay Scale Group: 8SA

Employment Type:
Regular

Weekly Hours: 35,

Off Days:
Saturday/Sunday

Shift:
Day

Posted On:
November 27, 2023

Last Day to Apply:
December 4, 2023

Reports to:
Manager

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA.

Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud.

The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy.

"

General Accountability:

Investigates, evaluates, and negotiates tort accident claims for or against the TTC/TTC Insurance Company Limited/Toronto Coach Terminal or their employees. The role provides support services to the Section in the preparation of material for pending litigation, arbitration hearings and adjudication tribunals.

Key Job Functions:

Conduct interviews, visit accident scenes, and obtain information to assist in the investigation process.
Evaluate and negotiate accident claims through reviewing evidence, establishing value of claims, and attending discoveries/mediations/hearings, etc., as required.
Prepare and maintain various types of reports, ensure adequate reserves, and ensure relevant regulatory requirements and legislation are adhered to.
Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC's commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC's policies.

Skills:

Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
Communicate in a variety of mediums
Education and Experience:

Minimum requirement of

5 years of experience in auto casualty tort/bodily injury claims handling a must
Completion of a postsecondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
Sound knowledge of Claims handling, particularly in the area of Bodily Injury claims, and related investigative procedures and techniques is required
Sound knowledge of the laws of negligence, nofault, precedent legal ,arbitration decisions, motor vehicle accident claims fund and SLASTO decisions; uninsured motorist coverage and pertinent legislation (e.g. Insurance Act of Ontario, Highway Traffic Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Statutes of Limitations, the Ontario Human Rights Code, etc.) related to areas of responsibility.
Knowledge of court/litigation procedures, Ontario Rules of Practice ,FSCO policies and procedures and SLASTO policies and procedures is required
Must possess sound judgement, strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, welldeveloped analytical, problemsolving and organizational ability
Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship.

Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.