Claims Representative I

Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance Co.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance Co. is seeking a Claims Representative I to handle property claims within the assigned territory to a proper conclusion. You will investigate, validate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle claims, and submit reserve recommendations as needed.

This position requires strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to ongoing training. A valid driver’s license is required, and the company emphasizes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or better required.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills essential.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to influence internal and external constituents.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, validate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle all claims as assigned.
• Submit reserve recommendations on assigned claims.
• Communicate with the public regarding procedures, problems, and coverages.
• Negotiate fair settlement with individual claimants or Attorneys.
• Maintain claim files and follow departmental reporting procedures.
• Report risk reviews to the Underwriting department.
• Participate in training and continuing education courses as requested or required.
• Prepare estimates on auto and property losses.

Skills

Strong verbal communication and active

Multitasking

Product knowledge

Influence and negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or better

Job description

We believe that helping you is what we do best. We achieve this goal by operating as a team with each employee playing an important role. We are a statewide "Equal Opportunity Employer" offering positions such as: clerical support, policy processing, administrative, management, computer information systems, claims, finance and underwriting.

Claims Representative I

Description

Job Summary:

Responsible for handling all property claims in the assigned territory to a proper conclusion.

Essential Functions:

• Investigate, validate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle all claims as assigned.
• Submit reserve recommendations on assigned claims.
• Communicate with the public regarding procedures, problems, and coverages.
• Negotiate fair settlement with individual claimants or Attorneys.
• Maintain claim files and follow departmental reporting procedures.
• Report risk reviews to the Underwriting department.
• Participate in training and continuing education courses as requested or required.
• Prepare estimates on auto and property losses.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or better

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
• Possesses strong product knowledge
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents

SFBCIC & CFBIC are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. The Company does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability or any other status protected by state or local law.