General Liability and Auto Claims Adjuster III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Investigate, analyze, and establish liability for personal, casualty, or property losses and damages.

• Evaluate and estimate damages to vehicles or properties.

• Communicate with and interview clients, claimants, witnesses, medical professionals, and agents.

• Acquire and assess client, customer, legal, property, police, medical, and other relevant records.

• Collect physical evidence and conduct property inspections.

• Analyze and assess losses, negotiating settlements when appropriate.

• Review applications, contracts, policies, and coverage memoranda to determine coverage eligibility.

• Establish, monitor, and adjust claim reserves as necessary.

• Maintain accurate records, reports, diaries, and files in the CMIS system.

• Document case activities and prepare timely status reports for clients.

• Gather evidence for contested claims in court proceedings.

• Select and oversee defense and coverage counsel and experts.

• Direct defense counsel in litigated cases while keeping clients informed.

• Act as a technical resource for less experienced adjusters.

• Attend litigation hearings, settlement conferences, and mediations as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A four-year college degree is preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of public entity liability claims handling.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in insurance claims, self-insurance, pooled insurance, or Joint Powers Authorities (JPAs), including at least two (2) years dealing with litigated claims.

• Previous experience with claims management software and/or the ability to rapidly learn new software systems related to claims management.

• An appropriate jurisdictional adjuster license is required where applicable to assigned jurisdictions.

• Familiarity with and licensing for liability claims in the New England/Tri State area is preferred for the remote-work arrangement.

• Capability to competently manage medium to complex non-litigated and litigated claims.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Company contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans.

• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

• Paid time off (PTO) along with company-paid holidays.

• Learning and development opportunities that facilitate genuine career advancement.

• Access to employee assistance resources.

• A supportive culture that emphasizes balance and wellbeing.

• A complete benefits package.