County of San Bernardino, CA
Supervising Workers' Compensation Adjuster
County of San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, California, United States, 92409
Salary :
$81,952.00 - $112,840.00 Annually Location :
San Bernardino, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-19921-01 Department:
Risk Management Opening Date:
07/05/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
The Job FUTURE SALARY INCREASES
3% Effective February 2026*
Salary negotiable commensurate with qualifications.
The
Risk Management Department
is recruiting for a
Supervising
Workers'
Compensation Adjuster
who, under direction, supervises the activities of the Workers' Compensation Division of the Risk Management Department. Duties include supervising the receipt, review, and acceptance or denial of Workers' Compensation claims; assigning, evaluating and supervising the investigation and adjusting of all Workers' Compensation claims by staff; determining coverage for the County's self-insured Workers' Compensation program; negotiating contracts with outside investigators and defense attorneys; representing the County at conferences, committees, and the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board; performs related duties as required.
For more detailed information, refer to the
Supervising Workers' Compensation Adjuster
job description. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance. This excellent opportunity for career growth also offers a
lucrative compensation and benefits package!
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Employee Benefits County Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) The County also offers an alternative
Modified Benefits Option (MBO)
that provides a wage differential for qualifying classifications. A hybrid telework schedule may be offered upon satisfactory work performance. Some departments may also offer a
9/80 schedule, where incumbents enjoy a nine-day biweekly schedule.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process:
Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully pass a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history, and physical exam/drug test. Certificate:
A valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate is required at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Travel:
Travel throughout the county may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. Sponsorship:
Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements Certificate:
A valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate is required at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Experience:
Seven (7) years of full-time equivalent experience adjusting workers' compensation claims, including three (3) years adjusting complex litigated claims, such as continuous trauma, AOE/COE, stress disability claims, and safety claims, and the provision of vocational rehabilitation benefits. Note:
Experience with auto, medical, dental, or life insurance claims is not considered qualifying experience. Substitution:
Successful completion of college coursework, from an accredited college, in finance, accounting, medical, or paralegal studies may be substituted for experience at a rate of 12 semester (18 quarter) units for six months of experience up to a maximum of 12 months. Education may not substitute for any of the required complex, litigated claims adjusting experience. Transcripts must be attached. Note:
Qualifying degree or coursework must have been completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Selection Process Examination Procedure:
There will be a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications based on the information provided in the application and the supplemental questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Do not refer to a resume; it will not be reviewed. Be sure to include in the work experience section of your application and the supplemental questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications. Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Applications will be accepted continuously until filled. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. All communications
regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to
check their e-mail frequently
to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your Government Jobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. If you require
technical assistance , please review the Government Jobs
online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email.
Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA:
San Bernardino County is an
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the
Special Testing Accommodations Request Form
within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
Veterans' Preference Policy Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Supervisory Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change. 01
Instructions:
The information on the Application and your responses to the following Supplemental Questions will be used in a
competitive evaluation . Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and
all experience must be clearly detailed in the work experience section of your application
in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered. Do not refer to a resume as it will not be reviewed.
I understand.
02
Certificate:
Do you possess a valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate?
Yes No
03
Certification:
Indicate below the type of certificate(s) you possess.
California Self Insurance Administrator Workers' Compensation Claims Administrator Workers' Compensation Claims Professional None of the above
04
Workers' Compensation Claims Experience:
Do you have at least seven (7) years of full-time experience adjusting
workers' compensation
claims?
Yes No
05
Workers' Compensation Claims Experience:
Describe your experience adjusting workers' compensation claims. Include your employer(s), job title(s), years of experience, and primary duties. Experience described in the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be clearly described in the Work Experience section of your application. If none indicate "N/A." 06
Adjusting Complex Litigated Claims:
Indicate which type(s) of complex litigated workers' compensation claims you have at least three (3) years of experience adjusting. Check all that apply.Complex litigated workers' compensation claim type(s) should also be clearly indicated in the work experience section of your application for each employer where experience was gained.
Continuous Trauma AOE/COE Stress Disability Safety Provision of Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits None of the above
07
Adjusting Complex Litigated Claims:
Briefly describe your experience adjusting complex litigated workers' compensation claims for each claim type as indicated in Supplemental Question #6. Include the claim type(s) (e.g. AOE/COE, safety, etc.), your employer(s), job title(s), and a brief description of your duties.If none, indicate "N/A." 08
Education Substitution:
Successful completion of college coursework in finance, accounting, medical, or paralegal studies may be substituted for experience at a rate of twelve (12) semester (18 quarter) units for six (6) months of experience up to a maximum of twelve (12) months. Education may not substitute for the required three (3) years of experience adjusting complex, litigated claims.Indicate if you are substituting related coursework for up to twelve (12) months of the required experience.
Yes, I am substituting related education for up to twelve (12) months of the required workers' compensation claims adjusting experience. I have provided the coursework information in answer to the below question. No, I am not substituting related education for up to twelve (12) months of the required workers' compensation claims adjusting experience.
09
Education Substitution:
If substituting experience with education, list your completed college coursework and be sure to include the following:
Course Title ,
Course Number ,
School ,
Number of Units.
Please indicate if units are semester or quarter. Only include courses required or related to the position.Legible transcripts may be attached to your application in lieu of listing coursework. If you are not substituting experience with education, indicate "N/A." 10
Lead/Supervisory Experience:
Indicate which of the following tasks you have performed as a lead or supervisor. Check all that apply.
Advise on work problems Assign and review work Train staff Approve leave time Change work schedules Counsel on behavior problems Give input on work performance evaluations Write work performance evaluations for supervisor's signature Write and sign work performance evaluations Interview candidates for hiring Recommend candidates for hiring Make final hiring decisions Recommend disciplinary actions Carry out disciplinary actions (write reprimands, terminations, etc.) None of the above
11
Lead/Supervisory Experience:
Indicate your employer(s), job title(s), and number and job title(s) of employees supervised where experience was gained.If none, indicate "N/A." 12
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email:
As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
13 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand
14
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete:
Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation, and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question
$81,952.00 - $112,840.00 Annually Location :
San Bernardino, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-19921-01 Department:
Risk Management Opening Date:
07/05/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
The Job FUTURE SALARY INCREASES
3% Effective February 2026*
Salary negotiable commensurate with qualifications.
The
Risk Management Department
is recruiting for a
Supervising
Workers'
Compensation Adjuster
who, under direction, supervises the activities of the Workers' Compensation Division of the Risk Management Department. Duties include supervising the receipt, review, and acceptance or denial of Workers' Compensation claims; assigning, evaluating and supervising the investigation and adjusting of all Workers' Compensation claims by staff; determining coverage for the County's self-insured Workers' Compensation program; negotiating contracts with outside investigators and defense attorneys; representing the County at conferences, committees, and the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board; performs related duties as required.
For more detailed information, refer to the
Supervising Workers' Compensation Adjuster
job description. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance. This excellent opportunity for career growth also offers a
lucrative compensation and benefits package!
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Employee Benefits County Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) The County also offers an alternative
Modified Benefits Option (MBO)
that provides a wage differential for qualifying classifications. A hybrid telework schedule may be offered upon satisfactory work performance. Some departments may also offer a
9/80 schedule, where incumbents enjoy a nine-day biweekly schedule.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process:
Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully pass a background check, including fingerprinting, verification of employment history, and physical exam/drug test. Certificate:
A valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate is required at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Travel:
Travel throughout the county may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. Sponsorship:
Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements Certificate:
A valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate is required at the time of hire and must be maintained throughout employment. Experience:
Seven (7) years of full-time equivalent experience adjusting workers' compensation claims, including three (3) years adjusting complex litigated claims, such as continuous trauma, AOE/COE, stress disability claims, and safety claims, and the provision of vocational rehabilitation benefits. Note:
Experience with auto, medical, dental, or life insurance claims is not considered qualifying experience. Substitution:
Successful completion of college coursework, from an accredited college, in finance, accounting, medical, or paralegal studies may be substituted for experience at a rate of 12 semester (18 quarter) units for six months of experience up to a maximum of 12 months. Education may not substitute for any of the required complex, litigated claims adjusting experience. Transcripts must be attached. Note:
Qualifying degree or coursework must have been completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Selection Process Examination Procedure:
There will be a
competitive evaluation
of qualifications based on the information provided in the application and the supplemental questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Do not refer to a resume; it will not be reviewed. Be sure to include in the work experience section of your application and the supplemental questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications. Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time. Applications will be accepted continuously until filled. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. All communications
regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to
check their e-mail frequently
to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your Government Jobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. If you require
technical assistance , please review the Government Jobs
online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email.
Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA:
San Bernardino County is an
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the
Special Testing Accommodations Request Form
within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
Veterans' Preference Policy Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Supervisory Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change. 01
Instructions:
The information on the Application and your responses to the following Supplemental Questions will be used in a
competitive evaluation . Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and
all experience must be clearly detailed in the work experience section of your application
in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered. Do not refer to a resume as it will not be reviewed.
I understand.
02
Certificate:
Do you possess a valid California Self Insurance Administrator Certificate?
Yes No
03
Certification:
Indicate below the type of certificate(s) you possess.
California Self Insurance Administrator Workers' Compensation Claims Administrator Workers' Compensation Claims Professional None of the above
04
Workers' Compensation Claims Experience:
Do you have at least seven (7) years of full-time experience adjusting
workers' compensation
claims?
Yes No
05
Workers' Compensation Claims Experience:
Describe your experience adjusting workers' compensation claims. Include your employer(s), job title(s), years of experience, and primary duties. Experience described in the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be clearly described in the Work Experience section of your application. If none indicate "N/A." 06
Adjusting Complex Litigated Claims:
Indicate which type(s) of complex litigated workers' compensation claims you have at least three (3) years of experience adjusting. Check all that apply.Complex litigated workers' compensation claim type(s) should also be clearly indicated in the work experience section of your application for each employer where experience was gained.
Continuous Trauma AOE/COE Stress Disability Safety Provision of Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits None of the above
07
Adjusting Complex Litigated Claims:
Briefly describe your experience adjusting complex litigated workers' compensation claims for each claim type as indicated in Supplemental Question #6. Include the claim type(s) (e.g. AOE/COE, safety, etc.), your employer(s), job title(s), and a brief description of your duties.If none, indicate "N/A." 08
Education Substitution:
Successful completion of college coursework in finance, accounting, medical, or paralegal studies may be substituted for experience at a rate of twelve (12) semester (18 quarter) units for six (6) months of experience up to a maximum of twelve (12) months. Education may not substitute for the required three (3) years of experience adjusting complex, litigated claims.Indicate if you are substituting related coursework for up to twelve (12) months of the required experience.
Yes, I am substituting related education for up to twelve (12) months of the required workers' compensation claims adjusting experience. I have provided the coursework information in answer to the below question. No, I am not substituting related education for up to twelve (12) months of the required workers' compensation claims adjusting experience.
09
Education Substitution:
If substituting experience with education, list your completed college coursework and be sure to include the following:
Course Title ,
Course Number ,
School ,
Number of Units.
Please indicate if units are semester or quarter. Only include courses required or related to the position.Legible transcripts may be attached to your application in lieu of listing coursework. If you are not substituting experience with education, indicate "N/A." 10
Lead/Supervisory Experience:
Indicate which of the following tasks you have performed as a lead or supervisor. Check all that apply.
Advise on work problems Assign and review work Train staff Approve leave time Change work schedules Counsel on behavior problems Give input on work performance evaluations Write work performance evaluations for supervisor's signature Write and sign work performance evaluations Interview candidates for hiring Recommend candidates for hiring Make final hiring decisions Recommend disciplinary actions Carry out disciplinary actions (write reprimands, terminations, etc.) None of the above
11
Lead/Supervisory Experience:
Indicate your employer(s), job title(s), and number and job title(s) of employees supervised where experience was gained.If none, indicate "N/A." 12
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email:
As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
13 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand
14
Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete:
Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation, and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question