Claims Representative I- Alachua County

Florida Farm Bureau Insurance•Gainesville, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for resolving damage and injury claims caused by or incurred by insureds. The role involves handling all multi-line claims in an assigned territory to a proper conclusion. The starting salary is $53,000 and includes a company car. We offer many benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, Extended Illness Leave, Pension and matching 401K.

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.