Erie Insurance
Senior Property Claims Specialist
Erie Insurance, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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 one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.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 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 and judgment in the handling of large commercial and personal property claims assignments in designated region. Acts as a consultant to regional management on property claims procedures and educational programs. Responsible for post-loss coordination of CAT activity.This is a remote, work from home position with the successful candidate residing in the ERIE Operating footprint. This footprint includes anyone living within the following states: PA, NY, MD/DC, NC, VA, WV, TN, WI, IL, IN, OH, and KY.Strong preference will be given to candidates residing around the Chicago, IL area.Relocation assistance may be available.The successful candidate must be willing to obtain and maintain necessary licenses.A company car and equipment to work from home will be provided.Good time management and organization skills preferred.Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory.Duties and Responsibilities
Investigates and/or directs the investigation of commercial 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.Determines all available coverage for risk and ERIE's liability and establishes total value of loss. Identifies all subrogation potential.Reviews information to prepare estimates and arranges for repairs of insured losses.Settles loss and maintains complete file documentation.Communicates with insureds or Agents regarding settlement and/or adjustment.Directs activity of necessary experts.Works directly with department manager to develop and implement new policies and procedures for the department.Meets with management as requested to analyze regional and branch performance and make recommendations for changes.Assists in training new Employees and property claims specialists in the branches when requested by claims manager.Works with regional CAT coordinators to coordinate CAT teams for property losses.Serves as consultant to the branch offices on commercial property claims.Qualifications
Minimum Educational RequirementsHigh school diploma, or GED, required.Additional ExperienceSeven years experience in property adjusting required.Working knowledge of Windows software required.Position requires the incumbent to serve on the Catastrophe Team, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.Designations and/or LicensesAIC designation or CPCU 3 or 4 preferred.Appropriate license as required by state.Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.Physical Requirements
Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Often (20-50%)Driving; Occasional ( Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional ( Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Occasional ( Climbing/accessing heights; Moderate (30-40%)
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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 one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.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 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 and judgment in the handling of large commercial and personal property claims assignments in designated region. Acts as a consultant to regional management on property claims procedures and educational programs. Responsible for post-loss coordination of CAT activity.This is a remote, work from home position with the successful candidate residing in the ERIE Operating footprint. This footprint includes anyone living within the following states: PA, NY, MD/DC, NC, VA, WV, TN, WI, IL, IN, OH, and KY.Strong preference will be given to candidates residing around the Chicago, IL area.Relocation assistance may be available.The successful candidate must be willing to obtain and maintain necessary licenses.A company car and equipment to work from home will be provided.Good time management and organization skills preferred.Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory.Duties and Responsibilities
Investigates and/or directs the investigation of commercial 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.Determines all available coverage for risk and ERIE's liability and establishes total value of loss. Identifies all subrogation potential.Reviews information to prepare estimates and arranges for repairs of insured losses.Settles loss and maintains complete file documentation.Communicates with insureds or Agents regarding settlement and/or adjustment.Directs activity of necessary experts.Works directly with department manager to develop and implement new policies and procedures for the department.Meets with management as requested to analyze regional and branch performance and make recommendations for changes.Assists in training new Employees and property claims specialists in the branches when requested by claims manager.Works with regional CAT coordinators to coordinate CAT teams for property losses.Serves as consultant to the branch offices on commercial property claims.Qualifications
Minimum Educational RequirementsHigh school diploma, or GED, required.Additional ExperienceSeven years experience in property adjusting required.Working knowledge of Windows software required.Position requires the incumbent to serve on the Catastrophe Team, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.Designations and/or LicensesAIC designation or CPCU 3 or 4 preferred.Appropriate license as required by state.Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.Physical Requirements
Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Often (20-50%)Driving; Occasional ( Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional ( Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Occasional ( Climbing/accessing heights; Moderate (30-40%)
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