Auto Investigation Claims Adjuster - Level 1 (Open to Remote)

Company: American Family Insurance
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

At American Family Insurance Claims Services, Inc. we believe people are an organization's most valuable asset, and their ideas and experiences matter. From our CEO to our agency force, we're committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that empowers innovation that will inspire, protect, and restore our customers' dreams in ways never imagined.
American Family Insurance Claims Services, Inc is driven by our customers and employees. That's why we provide more than just a job - we provide opportunity. Whether you're already part of our team in search of a new challenge or new to our company and ready for what's next, you're in the right place. Every dream is a journey that starts with a single step. Start your journey right here. Join our team. Bring your dreams.Job ID:R31255 Auto Investigation Claims Adjuster - Level 1 (Open to Remote) (Open)Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location.Compensation Minimum:$23.00 HourlyCompensation Maximum:$34.07 HourlySummary:Job Family Summary

Investigates and maintains property/casualty claims. Determines liability, secures information, reviews coverages, arranges appraisals, and settles claims. May work in the field or central location.

Job Summary

The Claim Adjuster position supports the Claim Division goal of ensuring customer service industry leadership and partners with agency to deliver seamless claim service. An adjuster who can work on lower complexity claims. May specialize in auto, liability, property or catastrophe claims
Job Description:Job Level Summary

• Requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within job discipline.
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures.
• Receives instruction and guidance and direction from more senior level roles.
• Entry level to a professional career progression.Primary Accountabilities
  • Investigates origin and cause of claims by contacting the appropriate parties including insureds, claimants, agents, attorneys, contractors, experts, special investigation unit, other adjusters, public personnel, etc..
  • Attends a new employee training program that includes claim processing in various systems, policy and procedures, and company culture and its application to the Claim environment as needed
  • Handles files with limited authority based on management discretion.Physical Demands
    • This position requires the ability to climb or balance between 1 and 33% of the time (applies to field position only).
    • This position requires the ability to work with distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) for extended periods of time (applies to field position only).
    • This position requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl between 1 and 33% of the time (applies to field position only).
    • This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds between 1 and 33% of the time.Working Conditions
      • This position requires the ability to work in high, precarious places between 1 and 33% of the time.
      • This position requires the ability to work with exposure to outside weather conditions between 66 and 100% of the time (applies to field position only).Travel Requirements
        • This position requires travel up to 10% of the time.Education & Licenses
          • Valid driver's license required plus an acceptable driving record.
          • Obtain state specific property casualty claims licensing as required.Specialized Knowledge & Skills Requirements
            • Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service.
            • Basic knowledge and understanding of claim handling process.Additional Job Information:This is a remote, work from home position.When you work at American Family Insurance Claims Services you can expect benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. You will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health. We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution, a pension plan, an annual incentive, and a paid-time off program. In addition, our student loan repayment program and paid-family leave are available to support our employees and their families. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for American Family Enterprise benefits.
              We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
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