P&C Liability Supervisor
Baltimore, MD - USA
Job Summary
Our Story
Imagine being part of a team thats not just shaping the future but actively driving it. At Davies North America were at the forefront of innovation and excellence blending cutting-edge technology with top-tier professional services. As a vital part of the global Davies Group we help businesses navigate risk optimize operations and spearhead transformation in the insurance and regulated sectors.
We are seeking an experienced P&C Liability Supervisor to serve as the primary managerial liaison between Davies (as the Third-Party Administrator) and the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Transit Insurance Group (TIG).
This role is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing daytoday claims operations supervising TPA claims staff ensuring strict compliance with MTA/TIG claims handling guidelines and serving as the primary point of contact for MTA Claims Management.
During the transition period the Project Manager will be the first Davies employee trained within the MTA TIG Department and will subsequently assume the Senior Claims Supervisor role directly supervising all assigned TPA staff operating under the MTA TIG contract.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary liaison between Davies and MTA TIG Claims Management
- Supervise and manage all Davies TPA claims staff assigned to the MTA TIG operation
- Certify and confirm that all TPA staff:
- Have successfully completed required background criminal and warrant checks
- Have passed the required Claims Interview Test
- Meet all MTA hiring and retention requirements prior to resume submission
- Ensure consistent compliance with MTA/TIG Claims Manual policies procedures and service standards
- Maintain operational readiness audit preparedness and contractual compliance at all times
- Provide effective supervision of claims adjusting staff including:
- Attendance management (absenteeism and lateness)
- Performance management and disciplinary actions
- Retraining and professional development
- Termination and dismissal processes when required
- Serve as the escalation point for all staffing issues
- Provide clear detailed direction and expectations to adjusting staff
- Initiating contact with appropriate parties within 48 business hours of assignment
- Obtaining recorded or written statements
- Securing police fire and government agency documentation
- Identifying and interviewing witnesses
- Obtaining index information on injured parties
- Securing and evaluating all medical documentation and treatment
- Preparing detailed claim summaries and status reports
- Negotiating and settling claims based on documented liability and damages
- Obtaining vehicle appraisals and MTA estimates
- Identifying subrogation potential
- Conducting or coordinating accident scene investigations as necessary
- Confirm completion of:
- Daily Diary entries
- Serious Exposure reports at both staff and supervisory levels
- Ensure adjusters maintain an active caseload of 150175 claims through effective diary management
- Monitor and confirm proper reserving practices and ongoing reserve reviews
- Ensure staff use only MTAapproved vendors and contractors and only with written MTA authorization
- Confirm that unauthorized vendor usage does not occur; Davies bears responsibility for any unauthorized costs
- Coordinate with MTA Defense Counsel:
- Provide accurate investigative documentation and evidence
- Assist with litigation preparation and defense strategy
- Appear in court or hearings as required
- Provide enhanced oversight for highexposure sensitive or serious accident claims at MTAs direction
- Upon completion of MTA TIG training provide initial and ongoing training to Davies staff on:
- MTA Insurance Claims Management systems
- Microsoft Word Excel Access and related tools
- Support ongoing system adoption compliance and reporting accuracy
Skills knowledge & expertise
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 8 years of claims experience with emphasis on:
- General liability
- Automobile liability
- Bodily injury claims
- Minimum 5 years of supervisory or management experience
- Extensive knowledge of:
- Maryland Motor Vehicle Regulations
- Maryland tort and negligence law
- Claims investigation evaluation and resolution practices
- Proven experience with litigation management and defense strategy
- Demonstrated ability to recruit train supervise and lead claims professionals
Equal Employment Opportunity & Legal Notices
Benefits
At Davies North America we are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing and future of our qualifying employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical dental and vision plans to support your health and that of your family
- A 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Timeoff policies including Discretionary Time Off (DTO) for exempt employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) for nonexempt employees
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance and shortterm and longterm disability coverage
Benefit offerings eligibility and required employer contributions may vary based on role classification and applicable federal state and local laws including those tied to an employees primary work location.
Where required by law the Company provides paid sick leave paid family and parental leave and other mandated benefits in accordance with applicable state and local requirements.
Diversity and Inclusion
Davies is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces a wide range of perspectives and experiences. We believe that diversity of thought is essential for innovation and creativity and we actively promote an environment where all voices are valued and heard.
Compensation Transparency:
The salary range listed reflects the full compensation band for this role across all locations. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as skills experience qualifications and geographic location which may impact the final offer. We share ranges to remain transparent and consistent with pay equity practices.
Background Check & Fair Chance Compliance
Compensation Transparency:
The salary range listed reflects the full compensation band for this role across all locations. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as skills experience qualifications and geographic location which may impact the final offer. We share ranges to remain transparent and consistent with pay equity practices.
Background Check & Fair Chance Compliance
Any background check or review of criminal history if applicable to the role will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment and in compliance with applicable federal state and local laws including fairchance hiring requirements.
Massachusetts Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Massachusetts Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Required Experience:
Manager