Claims Representative I- Punta Gorda/Arcadia, FL

Florida Farm Bureau Insurance•Punta Gorda, FL

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About The Position

This job is with Florida Farm Bureau which is the Florida state office for Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company, and we currently have an opening for a Claims Representative to work in Punta Gorda/Arcadia area. This position is responsible for resolving damage and injury claims caused by or incurred by insureds. Starting salary of $53,800 with a company car. We offer many benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, Extended Illness Leave, Pension and matching 401K. SUMMARY: Responsible for handling all multi-line claims in assigned territory to a proper conclusion with a starting salary of $53,800 and a company car.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university
Obtain Adjuster's license in 6 months
Strong Verbal communication & listening skills
Effective negotiation skills
Effective conflict management skills
Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Possesses strong product knowledge
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituent
Possesses strong technical aptitude
Ability to work with mathematical operations related to daily tasks

Responsibilities

Investigate, validate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle all claims as assigned.
Submit reserve recommendations on assigned claims.
Communicate with the public regarding procedures, problems, and coverages.
Negotiate fair settlement with individual claimants or Attorneys.
Maintain claim files and follow departmental reporting procedures.
Report risk reviews to the Underwriting department.
Participate in training and continuing education courses as requested or required.
Prepare estimates on auto and property losses.