Catastrophe Claims Representative

aoins; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

friendly work environment

structured training program

employee mentoring

competitive base salary

matched 401(k)

fully-funded pension plan (once vested

bonus programs

generous paid time off including, etc.

Job summary

Auto-Owners Insurance seeks an experienced claims professional to handle multi-line property and casualty losses in Kentucky. You will investigate, evaluate coverage and liability, and work toward timely claim resolutions while traveling up to 21 days at a time and meeting safety requirements.

The role requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent, at least two years of claims handling, proficiency with Xactimate, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years claims handling experience or comparable experience.
• Field claims experience with multi-line property and casualty claims and wind/hail.
• Proficient with Xactimate software.
• Above average communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to resolve complex issues.
• Organize and interpret data.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Military experience is considered.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and assemble facts, determine policy coverage, evaluate the amount of loss, analyze legal liability and pay or deny losses.
• Be familiar with insurance coverage by studying insurance policies, endorsements, and forms.
• Work towards the resolution of claims, possibly attending arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials as necessary.
• Ensure that claims payments are issued in a timely and accurate manner.
• Be available for frequent travel up to 21 days at a time. Travel is required upon short notice to location of catastrophe, which would most likely be out of state.
• Meet the physical demands required for the position including carrying and climbing a ladder.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Data interpretation

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

A career at Auto-Owners is challenging and rewarding. Our group of caring associates create financial security by helping individuals and businesses make a new start when a loss occurs.

Job Description

• Be available for frequent travel up to 21 days at a time. Travel is required upon short notice to location of catastrophe, which would most likely be out of state.
• Meet the physical demands required for the position including carrying and climbing a ladder.
• Investigate and assemble facts, determine policy coverage, evaluate the amount of loss, analyze legal liability and pay or deny losses.
• Be familiar with insurance coverage by studying insurance policies, endorsements, and forms.
• Work towards the resolution of claims, possibly attending arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials as necessary.
• Ensure that claims payments are issued in a timely and accurate manner.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years claims handling experience or comparable experience
• Field claims experience with multi-line property and casualty claims and wind/hail
• Proficient with Xactimate software
• Above average communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to resolve complex issues
• Organize and interpret data
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Military experience is considered

Benefits

• friendly work environment
• structured training program
• employee mentoring
• competitive base salary
• matched 401(k)
• fully-funded pension plan (once vested)
• bonus programs
• generous paid time off including holidays, vacation days, personal time, and sick leave

Equal Employment Opportunity

Auto-Owners Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. The Company hires, transfers, and promotes on the basis of ability, without consideration of disability, age, sex, race, color, religion, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, or any factor contrary to federal, state or local law.

*Please note that the ability to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship is a requirement.