Grand Rapids Michigan Field Property Claim Specialist

• Resolving coverage questions

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Job Type: Full time

Exempt/Non Exempt: Salary

Job Description

This role reports to the Meemic Insurance sector of AAA Auto-Club Group. Eligible candidates must reside within the Northern Michigan and Grand Rapids, Michigan area for consideration and have a valid state driver’s license.

Northern Michigan Field Property Claim Specialist - The AAA Auto Club Group

Reports to: Claim Manager as appropriate

What you will do

Work under minimal supervision with a high-level approval authority to handle complex technical issues and complex claims.

• Review assigned claims,
• Contact the insured and other affected parties, set expectations for the remainder of the claim process, and initiate documentation in the claim handling system.
• Complete complex coverage analysis.
• Ensure all possible policyholder benefits are identified.
• Create additional sub-claims if needed.
• Conduct a thorough investigation of the facts regarding the claim to further and in more detail determine if the claim should be paid, the applicable limits or exclusions and possible recovery potential.
• Conduct thorough reviews of damages and determine the applicability of state law and other factors related to the claim.
• Evaluate the financial value of the loss.
• Approve payments for the appropriate parties accordingly.
• Refer claims to other company units when necessary (e.g., Underwriting, Recovery Units or Claims Special Investigation Unit).
• Thoroughly document and/or code the claim file and complete all claim closure and related activities in the assigned claims management system.
• Utilize strong negotiating skills.

Employees will be assigned to the Michigan Homeowner claim unit and will handle claims generally valued between $10,000 and $75,000 and occasionally over $100,000 for field role. Investigate claims requiring coverage analysis. When handling claims in the field, must prepare damage estimates using Xactimate estimating software. Review estimates for accuracy. May monitor contractor repair status and updates.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

How you will benefit

• A competitive annual salary between $63,000 - $85,000
• ACG offers excellent and comprehensive benefits packages, including:
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k Match
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO), company paid holidays, CEO days, and floating holidays
• Paid volunteer day annually
• Tuition assistance program, professional certification reimbursement program and other professional development opportunities
• AAA Membership
• Discounts, perks, and rewards and much more

We’re looking for candidates who

Required Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Business Administration, Insurance or a related field or the equivalent in related work experience
• Completion of the Insurance Institute of America's: General Insurance Program, Associate in Claims, associate in management or equivalent
• CPCU coursework or designation
• Xactware Training
• Complete ACG Claim Representative Training Program or demonstrate equivalent knowledge or experience.
• In states where an Adjuster’s license is required, the candidate must be eligible to acquire a State Adjuster’s license within 90 days of hire and maintain as specified for appropriate states.
• Must have a valid State Driver's License

Ability to

• Lift up to 25 pounds
• Climb ladders.
• Walk on roofs.

Experience

• Three years of experience or equivalent training in the following:
• Negotiation of claim settlements
• Securing and evaluating evidence
• Preparing manual and electronic estimates
• Subrogation claims
• Resolving coverage questions
• Taking statements
• Establishing clear evaluation and resolution plans for claims

Knowledge and Skills

Advanced knowledge of:

• Fair Trade Practices Act as it relates to claims
• Subrogation procedures and processes
• Intercompany arbitration
• Handling simple litigation
• Advanced knowledge of building construction and repair techniques

Ability to

• Handle claims to the line Claim Handling Standards
• Follow and apply ACG Claim policies, procedures and guidelines
• Work within assigned ACG Claim systems including basic PC software
• Perform basic claim file review and investigations
• Demonstrate effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrate customer service skills by building and maintaining relationships with insureds/claimants while exhibiting understanding of their problems and responding to questions and concerns
• Analyze and solve problems while demonstrating sound decision-making skills
• Prioritize claim related functions
• Process time sensitive data and information from multiple sources
• Manage time, organize and plan workload and responsibilities
• Safely operate a motor vehicle in order to visit repair facilities, homes (for inspections), patients, etc.
• Research analyze and interpret subrogation laws in various states
• May travel outside of assigned territory which may involve overnight stay
• Resides in the State of Michigan only (Territory Specific: Wayne County, Oakland County and Washtenaw County)

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of full cycle homeowners claims handling experience
• Experience handling personal property and additional living expense claims
• Experience with internal water loss, fire, and smoke claims
• Michigan Adjuster’s License preferred, but not required
• Associate degree in Claims

Work Environment

This position is currently able to work remotely from a home office location for day-to-day operations, with traveling to field locations as necessary to complete job responsibilities, unless occasional team building activities are specified by leadership. This is subject to change based on amendments and/or modifications to the ACG Flex Work policy.

Who We Are

Become a part of something bigger.

The Auto Club Group (ACG) provides membership, travel, insurance, and financial service offerings to approximately 14+ million members and customers across 14 states and 2 U.S. territories through AAA, Meemic, and Fremont brands. ACG belongs to the national AAA federation and is the second largest AAA club in North America.

By continuing to invest in more advanced technology, pursuing innovative products, and hiring a highly skilled workforce, AAA continues to build upon its heritage of providing quality service and helping our members enjoy life’s journey through insurance, travel, financial services, and roadside assistance.

And when you join our team, one of the first things you’ll notice is that same, whole-hearted, enthusiastic advocacy for each other.

We have positions available for every walk of life! AAA prides itself on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, realizing our differences make us stronger.

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Important Note

ACG’s Compensation philosophy is to provide a market-competitive structure of fair, equitable and performance-based pay to attract and retain excellent talent that will enable ACG to meet its short and long-term goals. ACG utilizes a geographic pay differential as part of the base salary compensation program. Pay ranges outlined in this posting are based on the various ranges within the geographic areas which ACG operates. Salary at time of offer is determined based on these and other factors as associated with the job and job level.

The above statements describe the principal and essential functions, but not all functions that may be inherent in the job. This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements.

The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job.

AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. Every applicant offered employment within The Auto Club Group will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the requirements of the position.