Claims Specialist 1

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit Our Human Services team helps state and municipal human services and economic development agencies keep their promises—responsibly and sustainably—to the children, adults, and families they serve. Join us and use your professional skills to build stronger communities and better serve populations in need by making meaningful and lasting changes in government organizations. Services Program Consulting Finance Consulting and Billing Services Applied Technology Outsourcing and Operations Strategy Project and Grants Management Assessments and Feasibility Studies PCG is seeking highly motivated and dependable Claims Specialist payment processing clerk with an interest in public service who can work in our San Diego Payment Services operation. The clerks will be responsible for accurately issuing ancillary payments to CalWORKs participants. These staff will be responsible for managing, collecting, tracking, and reporting information for ancillary payments in various software programs including and Calsaws. Specific Responsibilities Identify proper forms; obtain signatures on all required forms and documentation. Establish and maintain good working relationships with partners including CalWORKs participants and County staff. Provide monthly reporting statistics to supervisor for designated area of responsibility. Provide daily payment discrepancy report. Reconcile daily payments issued. Monitor accuracy/timeliness of payment processing. Verify that payment request submitted meets policy guidelines and/or entered into CalSAWS for authorization. Required Skills Proper etiquette including customer relation techniques, superior verbal and communications skills. Excellent accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. Ability to recognize and maintain the confidentiality of all materials in the work setting. Understanding of modern office methods and practices; efficient with computers. Demonstrated ability to use various computer systems, preferably CalSAWS although not required. Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with community partners and providers. Ability to partner with and motivate clients from a diverse range of backgrounds. Ability to maintain a record keeping and follow-up system. Ability to work independently, requiring minimal supervision and on multiple projects simultaneously. Required Education And Experience Proficient with Microsoft Excel and basic working knowledge of Access. High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred. Prior accounting, bookkeeping, payment processing, or related financial experience is preferred. Experience working with social service programs or public assistance programs is a plus. Working Conditions Must reside in San Diego County This position requires full-time (Mon-Fri) in-office work, from 8am-5pm. PCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship. The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified. EEO Statement Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work. Compensation Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave. Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role: $19.50 - $23.50. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role. PCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship. EEO Statement Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work. #J-18808-Ljbffr Public Consulting Group