Property Claims Specialist

Erie Insurance Group

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 79,000 - 127,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ERIE Insurance seeks a Property Claims professional to exercise independent discretion in handling property claims and to consult with field adjusters on major losses. The role emphasizes investigation, coverage evaluation, liability assessment and settlements coordination.

The position offers a remote work option with a national salary range and potential annual bonus, supported by a comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities within a Fortune 500 company.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience (up to two years of equivalent may be substituted).
Bachelor’s Degree and three years of claims handling experience (up to two years of equivalent experience may be substituted).

Responsibilities

Establishes immediate contact with Policyholders and claimants.
Conducts extensive investigations into causes and origins of all major property claims and inspects property damage.
Reviews information to prepare estimates, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage of claims, determines liability and total value of claims and negotiates settlements.
Sets and maintains adequate reserves.
Obtains an agreed scope of work and cost of repair with contractor and/or Policyholder.
Documents claim files and submits final report to file for closure.

Skills

Investigations

Negotiation

Communication

Decision making

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

Job description

Division Or Field Office

Property & Material Damage Div

Department of Position

Property Damage Dept

Work From

Remote

Salary Range

$79,191.00 - $126,500.00 *

salary range is for this level and may vary based on actual level of role hired for

This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location (State) based on ERIE's geographical differences, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.

At Erie Insurance, you’re not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you’re also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia.

Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics

We strive to be Above all in Service® to our customers—and to our employees. That’s why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:

Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
Pension. We are among the 2% of Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of services.
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.

Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

Position Summary

Exercises independent discretion or judgment in the handling of assigned property claims. Serves as a consultant to claims adjusters in their handling of property losses.

Duties and Responsibilities

Establishes immediate contact with Policyholders and claimants.
Conducts extensive investigations into causes and origins of all major property claims. Interviews insureds, claimants and others as required. Inspects property damage, reviews information to prepare estimates, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage of claims, determines liability and total value of claims and negotiates settlements. Sets and maintains adequate reserves.
Exercises discretion and independent judgment in evaluating property damage in order to determine the extent of damage. Determines liability and total value of claim, develops estimate and obtains an agreed scope of work and cost of repair with contractor and/or Policyholder.
Determines value as they apply to the coverage.
Determines steps necessary to initiate investigation of a property loss. Uses outside experts and attorneys as required.
Documents claim files and submits final report to file for closure.
Assigns and supervises the handling of property losses by independent adjusters when necessary. Advises claims adjusters regarding handling of claims.
Conducts related training of field office claims personnel in the branch and at the Home Office.
Attends industry-related training programs to stay current on legal developments and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations impacting the operation of the department.
Establishes and maintains relationships with local, state and regional organizations and agencies which are involved in related activities.
Acts as coordinator of the Catastrophe Team activities at catastrophe site.

The first five duties listed are the functions identified as essential to the job. Essential functions are those job duties that must be performed in order for the job to be accomplished.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function. For certain positions at ERIE, including leadership roles, regular and predictable onsite presence may also be an essential job function based on business and operational needs.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other duties as requested by their supervisor, or as become clear.

Capabilities

Values Diversity
Self-Development
Nimble Learning
Collaborates
Information Management Skills
Customer Focus
Cultivates Innovation
Job-Specific Knowledge
Instills Trust
Optimizes Work Processes (IC)
Ensures Accountability
Decision Quality

Qualifications

Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience (up to two years of equivalent may be substituted); or
Bachelor’s Degree and three years of claims handling experience, (up to two years of equivalent experience may be substituted.)

Additional Experience

Working knowledge of Windows software required.
The position requires the incumbent to serve on Catastrophe Team, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.
Position requires the incumbent to provide 24-hour availability for emergency claims service.

Designations and/or Licenses