Job Description
Position Summary
Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of catastrophe property claims. Also assists assigned field office when not on catastrophe deployment in handling day to day property claims.
* This is a work-from-home position and we are accepting applications within the entire ERIE Operating Footprint. This footprint includes anyone living anywhere within the following states: PA, NY, MD/DC, NC, VA, WV, TN, WI, IL, IN, OH, and KY.
* The majority of the responsibilities for the role will require travel away from home (and throughout the ERIE footprint)
* A company car with paid gas card will be provided.
* Fantastic bonus opportunity and the chance to grow with an award-winning company!
Duties and Responsibilities
Establishes immediate contact with Policyholders regarding their loss, driving to site of damage within assigned territory or other if required.
Sets and manages adequate reserves within designated authority.
Properly identifies and assesses damage. Determines liability and total value of claim.
Prepares a proper estimate relating to the identified damages and obtains an agreed scope of work and cost of repair with contractor and/or Policyholder.
Properly documents claim files with all activities and submits final report to file for closure.
Determines or declines payment and issues checks as required. Negotiates claims with plaintiff attorneys when necessary.
Assigns and supervises the handling of property losses by independent adjusters when necessary. Advises claims adjusters regarding handling of claims.
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.
Assists assigned field office(s) as necessary when not on Catastrophe Duty; brings assigned property claims to conclusion.
Provides monthly operational maintenance of the Sprinter Van attached to the office where the CAT adjuster is domiciled.
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.
Compensation and Hours
Salary Range: $66,625.00 - $106,427.00 Year Benefits Provided: Not Available Other Benefits: Not Available
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