Transportation Adjuster
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of transportation bodily injury claims, including litigated and non-litigated exposures
- Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve trucking and transportation related claims in accordance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Handle claims involving long-haul trucking, semi-trucks, and commercial transportation exposures
- Review coverage, assess liability, and determine appropriate claim resolution strategies
- Cook with defense counsel and support litigation management activities as needed
- Maintain ownership of bodily injury claims and associated property damage exposures throughout the life of the claim
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the claims management system
- Communicate professionally with insureds, claimants, attorneys, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with applicable state regulations and company policies
- Negotiate settlements and support timely claim resolution strategies
- Mentor less experienced team members and assist with claims handling guidance when appropriate
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience handling transportation bodily injury claims required
- Experience handling long-haul trucking, semi-trucks, or heavy transportation claims highly beneficial
- Exposure to litigated bodily injury claims required
- Ability to independently manage a caseload of approximately 115 to 120 claims
- Carrier experience highly beneficial; TPA experience also accepted
- Experience evaluating liability, damages, coverage, and settlement strategy
- Active adjuster license required
- Multi-jurisdictional licensing beneficial
- New York and California licensing or claims experience highly beneficial
- Ability to work Central or Eastern time zone business hours beneficial
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Additional education or industry certifications beneficial
Skills
Communication skills
Problem-solving skills
Time management skills
Benefits
Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.