Claims Examiner I

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Claims Examiner I in our Insurance department in Lowell, AR. The role investigates and resolves moderately complex auto/general liability claims, negotiates settlements, and prepares reports to ensure timely processing.

You will work with internal and external contacts, review statutes and medical reports, and establish reserves per policy. Opportunities include ongoing education and career growth within a Fortune 500 transportation leader.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED with 1–2 years in Auto/General Liability Claims or related field
• Ability to analyze situations and reach informed decisions
• Ability to document information in auditable, organized manner
• Strong communication for stakeholder updates and negotiations

Responsibilities

• Conduct claims investigations to determine liability exposure.
• Manage complex claims with property damage and bodily injury through interviews and evidence.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants and representatives to reach final resolutions.
• Prepare reports and reserves within approved levels and in line with policies.
• Maintain timely status updates to all stakeholders and manage workload.

Skills

Claims investigations

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Empathy under pressure

Education

GED/High School diploma

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Claims Examiner I

Department: Insurance

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Arkansas

City: Lowell

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Summary: Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the investigation and resolution of moderately complex claims. This incumbent will work closely with internal and external contacts to investigate claims, negotiate settlements, and prepare reports to ensure accurate and timely processing of casualty claims.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize independent knowledge and experience to conduct claims investigations to determine liability exposure of each assigned claim. This investigation includes analysis of state and federal laws, retaining services of field investigators, outside legal counsel to obtain a full picture of exposure and documentation of all findings for each claim within the claims matter management system for management review as well as internal and external audit processes.


• Manage moderately complex claims involving alleged property damage and bodily injury through the interview of key witnesses, securing evidence, reviewing applicable statutes and laws, and analysis of estimates of repair, analyzing medical reports Handle all monetary aspects of assigned claims through the calculation of financial exposure analysis leading to the establishment of reserves at proper levels within assigned approval levels.


• And, by keeping management aware of claims with exposures above approved levels for continuous timely and efficient resolutions of assigned claims.


• Manage negotiations with claimants, claimant's legal representatives or third parties by utilizing strong communication and negotiation skills in sharing investigative results and rationale, listening to claimant perspective and arguments, and influencing claimant perspective to achieve consensus on appropriate and final resolution of assigned claims.


• Utilize strong communication skills to keep all stakeholders aware of findings, decisions, and resolutions to support plans and initiatives to meet business unit needs while establishing accountability in achieving results and identifying and addressing improvement opportunities.


• Prioritize and manage assigned claims workload to keep all involved parties informed and provide timely claims status updates.


• Initiate prompt contact with claimants to obtain information and establish the claims process; process incoming calls, emails, and notifications to support workload surges and/or extenuating situations including the creation of accident reports from the accident hotline.


• Collect and analyze data from internal departments and third-parties to create repair estimates for company equipment to subrogate against adverse parties; present collected data to adverse party for collection or reimbursement of damages.


• Ensure compliance with company and departmental policies and procedures that support the mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity of the company.


• Pursue continual education in the practice of transportation claims management through internal training, seminars, and other educational materials to stay abreast of the changing claims and legal environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED with 1-2 years of experience in Auto/General Liability Claims, Insurance, or related field, or suitable combination of education, experience, and training AND/OR Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences Ability to uphold a professional demeanor in all customer interactions, demonstrating empathy and patience in the face of challenging situations Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner Ability to capture and document relevant business information in an auditable, organized, and easily retrievable manner Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 1 year of experience in Auto/General Liability Claims, Insurance, or related field.


• Experience in a call center, particularly within the Insurance industry.


• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.


• Ability to type at least 30 words-per-minute.


• Knowledge of claim investigation procedures.


• Knowledge of approaches and techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving problems.


• Proficiency in documenting case details accurately and assessing payment eligibility.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation: Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

• medical benefit


• dental benefit


• vision benefit


• 401(k) retirement plan


• life insurance


• short-term and long-term disability coverage


• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)


• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave


• six paid holidays annually

Education: GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience: Loss Prevention/Claims Management

Job Opening ID: 00646579 Claims Examiner I (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities. Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt? J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason - our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for? J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level.

J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.

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