Claims Adjuster II

Marriott•Bethesda, MD

10d•$63,100 - $92,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A Claims Adjuster II is responsible for the timely, good faith adjustment and disposition of self-administered casualty claims in multiple jurisdictions. Responsibility extends to all aspects and phases of investigations, evaluations, negotiations and settlements/denials of workers’ compensation, auto liability, no-fault uninsured motorist and general liability claims. This role will manage a caseload ranging from 100-150 causality claims, with acceptable caseloads varying based on jurisdiction(s), mix and complexity of cases as determined by the Claims Unit Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of 18 months claims adjusting or equivalent/relevant experience.
Knowledge of claims processing.

Nice To Haves

Applicable industry licensing.
Associate in Claims (AIC) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) preferred.
Two or four year degree from an accredited college/business/technical school.

Responsibilities

Manage 100-150 casualty claims on assignment.
Investigate claims promptly – taking statements as necessary – to determine liability/compensability.
Evaluate damages and pay benefits as prescribed by law and/or Marriott policies and procedures.
Secure necessary documentation to facilitate timely loss adjustment and maintain primary responsibility for settlement decisions up to individual authority.
Manage litigation cases including controlling/directing outside attorneys, assisting in discovery/trial preparation and strategy.
Evaluate claims for potential third party or subrogation recovery.
Participate in the Service Call Program and complete required Service Call reports detailing current case status.
Actively participate in regularly scheduled unit meetings and department meetings.
Comply with Marriott Casualty Claims Policy and Procedure Manual requirements.
Effectively utilize the Claims Enterprise (CE) to manage all claims electronically.
Enter action plan notes/website notes into CE.
Participate in activities that foster teamwork and continuous quality improvement.
Perform other duties as business demands.