Insurance Subject Matter Expert I

Insurance Cost Recovery Subject Matter Expert

Tetra Tech Inc. currently has an opportunity for an Insurance Cost Recovery Subject Matter Expert in a remote capacity on the west coast.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For nearly 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Duties include analyzing data and supporting the review insurance data for duplication of benefits to include review of statements of loss or estimation of insurance proceeds based on insurance policy. Individuals in this position are expected to work independently with minimal supervision. Candidate needs to support operations in a fast-paced work environment, be able to make independent decisions regarding grant guidance and insurance policy provisions; must be able to understand and interpret the federal grant eligibility and activities; and perform business related research to support client needs. Candidate should work within a team to produce analysis, formulation, development and delivery of materials and results.

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Review insurance documentation and disaster relief work to make determination on amount of duplication of benefits caused by the disaster assistance, if any.
• Review property owner claims of expenditures for eligibility under insurance policies.
• Work with property owners and insurers to identify eligible insurance proceeds in relation to government sponsored post disaster assistance.
• Create, review, and file accurate project work records to meet applicant needs and auditory requirements.
• Assist in creating and maintaining processes and procedures.
• Data Analysis, data entry, data reconciliation and digital file organization.
• Maintains knowledge of grant programs in order to interact with applicants, federal agency representatives, peers and project manager.
• Optimize procedures and maintain communication and focus.
• Responds quickly to managers, supporting the implementation of projects and organizational efforts to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of high-quality products.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ of related work experience with working knowledge of federal grant programs, specifically FEMA or FHWA programs, including related statutes, regulations, policies and processes. Four years' additional industry experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Required to have and maintain an active Insurance Adjuster License in the State of California.
• Advanced knowledge of and ability to determine insurance coverage of residential, commercial, and auto policies required.
• Experience financial analysis is required.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong organization skills required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess professional proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically strong Excel skills) and the ability to learn project-specific computer systems as needed (specifically SharePoint, Access, and proprietary computer systems).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience FEMA insurance.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time while working on a computer.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

• Sitting in a home office for extended periods of time.

Additional Information:

• Project based position
• $55 - $65 an hour

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.