Remote-Ready Claims Examiner II — Commercial Auto PD/BI

Athens Administrators, Inc.; Florida; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Life and AD&D

Long Term Care

Critical Care

Accidental

Hospital Indemnity

HSA & FSA options

401k (and Roth)

Company-Paid STD & LTD

Job summary

Athens Administrators has an immediate need for a full-time Claims Examiner II in its Property & Casualty department. The role supports commercial auto PD/BI claims with the option to handle related lines; employees live within commuting distance of specified offices and may work remotely on non-office days.

The position requires 5+ years of commercial auto experience, active licenses in applicable states, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required for all positions.
• AA/AS or BA/BS preferred but not required.
• Must possess a license from your domiciled state and a minimum of one license in NY, TX, or FL; additional licenses may be required within 180 days; licenses and CE requirements must be maintained in all states.
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial auto handling experience.
• Knowledge of tort law, civil procedure, and contract law; auto insurance codes, procedures, and liability concepts.
• Knowledge of property and casualty insurance policies.
• Proficiency in investigation and resolution of auto physical damage claims; limited minor BI claims may be optional.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong attention to detail; highly organized and able to multi-task.
• Ability to type quickly, accurately, and for prolonged periods; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong reasoning, problem-solving, and analytical abilities; trustworthy, dependable, and team-oriented; maintain confidentiality.
• Athens’ operations involve handling confidential information; commuting to meetings and events may be required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, evaluate, and determine settlement value or denial of liability for moderate to severe commercial auto claims.
• Within prescribed settlement authority, establish reserves for indemnity and expense and review regularly for adequacy; make recommendations for reserves beyond authority.
• Prepare comprehensive reports; identify claim trends and policy issues for management.
• Manage litigation through retention of counsel; follow line-of-business guidelines for budget, bill review, and payment.
• Document and manage claims from inception to closure; ensure payments are appropriate.
• Coordinate with vendor services such as appraisers, independent adjusters, contractors, social media, and private investigators.
• Facilitate communication between claimants, clients, brokers, and attorneys; resolve liability claims.
• Exchange information with clients, claimants, brokers, inspectors, producers, and account managers.
• Attend meetings and educational seminars for professional development; maintain required licenses.
• Conduct quarterly claim reviews with the client.
• Athens Administrators is an Equal Opportunity employer; protect against discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, or promotions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Typing speed

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

AA/AS or BA/BS preferred but not required

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Athens Administrators has an immediate need for a full-time Claims Examiner II in its Property & Casualty department. The role supports commercial auto PD/BI claims with the option to handle related lines; employees live within commuting distance of specified offices and may work remotely on non-office days.

The position requires 5+ years of commercial auto experience, active licenses in applicable states, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced,