Liability Adjuster

About the role

Exercises independent discretion and judgement in claims handling involving complex liability issues, to include coverage issues and minor injury claims. This is a remote, work from home position handling claims for the State of Illinois. The ideal candidate will preferably reside in Illinois.

Responsibilities

Conducts investigations, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage and liability. Sets and maintains reserves. Obtains documents to establish the value of claims and negotiates settlement or declines claim. Documents files and submits final report. Identifies subrogation opportunities and initiates appropriate action. Negotiates with all parties, or their representatives, within designated authority. Completes required training. Trains and mentors. Travel for training may be required.

• Conducts investigations, evaluate and make recommendations regarding coverage and liability
• Sets and maintains reserves
• Obtains documents to establish the value of claims and negotiates settlement or declines claim
• Documents files and submits final report
• Identifies subrogation opportunities and initiates appropriate action

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of claims or customer service experience, preferably with casualty claims, required
• Equivalent educational experience will be considered
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree, preferred
• Appropriate license as required by state

Skills

• Capabilities: Values Diversity, Nimble, Learning, Self-Development, Collaborates, Customer Focus, Cultivates Innovation, Information Management, Skills, Instills Trust, Optimizes Work Processes
• Job-Specific Knowledge: Ensures Accountability, Decision Quality

Benefits

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
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums
• Pension
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match
• Paid time off
• Career development, including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations
• Additional benefits that 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

Pay

Salary Range $56,367.00 - $90,040.00. The salary range is for this level and may vary based on actual level of role hired for. This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location (State) based on ERIE's geographical differences, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.