Full-Time
Claim Examiner
Posted on 8/21/2025
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
1,001-5,000 employees
Operates regional public transit network
Compensation Overview
$52.1k - $74k/yr
Brooklyn, NY, USA
In Person
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- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; or a four-year high school diploma or its equivalent and four years of full-time experience investigating and settling liability claims; for Senior Claim Examiner: one year of permanent service in the title of Claim Examiner; a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of paid experience in claims adjusting work from a common carrier or other transportation company, insurance company, governmental agency or law office, at least one year of which shall have been in a responsible supervisory capacity; or a four-year high school diploma and seven years of satisfactory, full-time paid experience as described above, at least two years of which shall have been in a responsible supervisory capacity; or a satisfactory equivalent.
- Proven ability to assess and prioritize a large volume of work.
- General computer proficiency.
- Prior claims handling experience (strongly desired).
- Investigate accidents with an eye toward developing effective litigation strategies and liability theories to defeat suits brought against MTA and its agencies and prepare files for trial, coordinating with staff attorneys and outside counsel for any litigation preparation or investigation required.
- Review pending cases and prepare reports summarizing the case, liability and damages exposures, reserve recommendations, settlement value, potential subrogation opportunities and identify allegations or information that warrant further investigation.
- Prepare to settle claims and suits with claimants and/or their counsel within approved settlement authority limits.
- Consult with management on outstanding discovery for heavy-exposure cases and will assist staff attorneys and outside counsel in obtaining documents.
- Communicate with outside counsel, preparing files for assignment to them and may conduct statutory hearings, may conduct up investigation on "Quick Response" accidents and may appear in court to assist staff attorneys and outside counsel with trial.
- Strong computer skills.
- Experience with extensive computer research using the internet and other resources.
- Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Outlook.
- Excellent interpersonal communication.
- Excellent oral and written communication.
- Prior claims handling experience required strongly desired.
MTA runs North America’s largest public transit network, serving about 15.3 million people across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut through six agencies: NYC Transit, MTA Bus, LIRR, Metro-North, Bridges and Tunnels, and Construction & Development. It moves roughly 2.6 billion trips each year using subways, buses, commuter rails, bridges and tunnels, and related facilities. It differentiates itself by operating multiple transit modes under one umbrella, providing integrated services across districts and modes with extensive infrastructure. Its goal is to provide safe, clean, efficient public transportation that serves as the region’s lifeline and mobility backbone while supporting staff with solid benefits.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1834
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- $68 billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan funds 2,390 new subway cars.
- Congestion pricing revenues accelerate signal upgrades and accessibility.
- Board approves 435 R211 cars and 44 LIRR locomotives in 2025.
What critics are saying
- $51 billion plan underfunds subway signals, causing delays in 6-12 months.
- Federal freeze withholds $3.5 billion over emissions in 12-18 months.
- TWU lawsuit triggers strike, halting operations in 6-12 months.
What makes Metropolitan Transportation Authority unique
- MTA serves 11 million daily passengers across 12 counties.
- MTA manages seven toll bridges and two tunnels daily.
- Janno Lieber leads modernization since January 2022 appointment.
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