Employment Opportunities
On October 13 we selected candidates for interviews. We will continue to accept applications until we have offered a candidate a job, however, we will not review new applications unless we need to restart the candidate selection process.
Post Date: Friday September 26, 2025
First Review of Applicants: 8:00 am, Monday October 13, 2025
Close Date: Continuous
Anticipated Interviews: Recognizing candidates and the interview panel might otherwise have work obligations Monday – Friday, interviews are expected to be either October 24 (Fri), October 25 (Sat) or November 1 (Sat).
Anticipated Start: Monday December 1
CLAIMS SPECIALIST
This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. First Review of Applicants: 8:00 am, Monday October 13, 2025. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the first review date. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit application materials prior to the first review date.
WSTIP is recruiting for one open position and may hire a Claims Specialist 3 or Claims Specialist 2 based upon the applicant’s qualifications and experience. EMPLOYEE MUST RESIDE IN WASHINGTON STATE.
Summary: These positions work in the claims department of a public entity risk pool and provide claims handling, management, oversight, direction, support, and administration. Work is performed following established office procedures and general directions. If you are a person that wants to make a positive difference in your state and community, have a positive attitude, can analyze unique events, is organized and task-oriented, thrives in a fast-moving and ever-changing environment, has strong customer/claimant-service and interpersonal skills, and a calm demeanor, this could be your new workplace! Telecommuting is currently available. WSTIP’s office is in Olympia, Washington.
The Claims Specialist 3 and Claims Specialist 2 positions have differing requirements for education and experience. WSTIP accepts relevant work experience in lieu of formal education.
Claims Specialist 3 (for the job description click on the title)
This is an exempt position. The focus is on auto physical damage, auto liability, general liability, property, Med-Pay, and underinsured motorist claims and subrogation including interviewing witnesses and claimants, gathering information, examining evidence, reviewing coverage, determining liability, and negotiating with claimants and/or their representatives to settle claims. Employment claims are also available. If experienced or interested in litigation management, this position may also work with defense counsel assigned to lawsuits. Some travel is required.
Required: Eight years property and/or liability claims handling experience in a professional and/or academic environment. High school diploma or GED. Possession of Washington State driver’s license. Experience with and/or ability to learn and utilize Risk Management Information Systems (RMIS, currently Origami Risk). Demonstrated ability to coordinate daily activities to meet schedules/deadlines and complete assigned tasks. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Desired: Bachelor’s degree. Adjusting or Paralegal certification or Risk Management accreditation. Claims adjusting experience (preferably in auto liability) or legal experience (preferably civil litigation). Experience in litigation management, liability assessment, and medical record evaluation.
New Hire Starting Salary Range: $105,515 to $116,986
Salary Range: $105,515 to $134,245 (8 step salary scale)
Claims Specialist 2 (for job description click on the title)
This is a non-exempt position. The focus is on auto physical damage, auto liability, general liability, property, Med-Pay, and underinsured motorist claims and subrogation. Some travel is required.
Required: Four years of work experience in a professional and/or academic environment. High school diploma or GED. Possession of Washington State driver’s license. Ability to learn and utilize WSTIP’s Risk Management Information System (RMIS, currently Origami Risk). Demonstrated ability to coordinate daily activities to meet schedules/deadlines and complete assigned tasks. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Desired: Two years of experience in managing auto liability claims, and/or property insurance claims adjusting, and subrogation techniques and procedures. Ability to seek and become a notary public in Washington State.
Preferred: Adjusting or Paralegal certification or Risk Management accreditation.
New Hire Starting Salary Range: $91,414 to $97,925
Salary Range: $91,414 to $116,304 (8 step salary scale)
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
WSTIP offers a competitive salary and an employee benefit package that includes health, dental, long-term disability, and life insurance. Retirement benefits are provided by the Public Employees’ Retirement System administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. WSTIP does not pay into social security but in lieu offers a 401A plan. 457 deferred compensation plans are also optionally available.
PAID TIME OFF
WSTIP utilizes a paid general leave bank (combo sick leave and vacation) with new employees earning 24 days per year. Eight paid holidays are also included (holidays not included: Martin Luther King, President’s Day, and Veterans Day).
TO APPLY
You must complete and return the following:
• WSTIP’s application (must be signed). CLICK HERE for the application.
• Cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and highlight your relevant experience.
• Your resume. A resume will not substitute for completing the “work experience” section of the application.
• Please submit an original writing of any kind that provides a sample of your writing style and that you can explain the importance and significance of.
• Three professional references.
These items must be returned by email to: HireMe@wstip.org. You must send this information using your own valid email address where you can be contacted. Your package must be returned by 8:00 am, Monday October 13, 2025 to be considered during the first review. Recognizing candidates and the interview panel might otherwise have work obligations Monday – Friday, interviews are expected to be either October 24 (Fri), October 25 (Sat) or November 1 (Sat).
It is anticipated that the candidate hired will be given the opportunity to start as early as December 1, 2025.
There is a six-month introductory period to evaluate suitability for this position. Within the first year of service, employees are asked to complete the Insurance Institute of America course Increasing Your Insurance IQ (AINS 101).
WHAT TO EXPECT
Upon successfully passing the initial application stage we will select candidates for interviews. Those selected for interviews will be required to complete additional steps as part of our thorough evaluation process. Prior to the interview we will ask you to complete a computer skills assessment and a behavior profile. We will then conduct a panel interview. Following interviews, we will make a selection, conditional job offer, and validate references, prior employment, and education.
We will refrain from contacting your current employer unless expressly permitted by you. However, we will not finalize the offer until this reference is checked.
As part of the pre-employment process, you will undergo a comprehensive criminal background check.
WSTIP follows the requirements of the “Fair Chance Act”, RCW 49.94. We will not inquire about an applicant’s criminal record until after we determine an applicant is otherwise qualified for the position for which the applicant applied, except as allowed under RCW 49.94.010 (4).
WSTIP is an equal opportunity employer.