In-house Liability Claims Adjuster
About the role
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio. IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers. Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.
We are seeking a qualified Liability Claims Adjuster to join our team. The Liability Claim Adjuster will investigate insurance claims, examine evidence, and prepare reports. Write and submit comprehensive reports detailing findings from research, interviews, site visits, and policy stipulations. This position will be pivotal in solving problems and recommend solutions to reach the best ethical and financial outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Verify that the insurance policies in question exist and examine terms and stipulations as they relate to claims
- Conduct interviews with claimants, witnesses, and all involved parties to obtain a full picture of events detailed in each claim
- Research the costs of repairing all damages mentioned in the claim, and seek out quotes from mechanics, repair shops, contractors, or similar vendors to compare prices
- Examine documentation, police reports, and all other pieces of evidence provided in the claim
- Recommend creative solutions to bring to the claims negotiation process
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of experience in claims management or as an insurance adjuster
- Working knowledge of typical industry insurance policies and the claims process
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for speaking with claimants, witnesses, and lawyers throughout the claims process
- Strong time-management skills, as some tasks will be time sensitive
- Commitment to providing ethical judgment
- Strong problem-solving capabilities
- Ability and willingness to occasionally travel for site visits
- Claims adjuster license (NY, CT)
- Advanced industry knowledge
- Strong claim negotiations skills
- Ability to learn new software quickly
- Excellent research skills
- Advanced writing skills
Pay
Salary Range Minimum USD $28.85/Hr. Salary Range Maximum USD $36.06/Hr.