Claims Specialist III, Commercial Property (Farm & AG)

Nationwide•Town of Wirt, NY

1d•$88,000 - $164,000

About The Position

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. Territory: We are seeking an experienced claims professional located in central/eastern Pennsylvania to support our assigned territory. What You Can Expect: This position will specialize in farm property and/or agribusiness property field claims. The role involves handling complex commercial agribusiness and farm claims, with average claim severity ranging from $200K to $1M+. Travel Requirements Travel expectation: 25%–50% Primary travel will be within a 5‑hour driving radius of the employee’s home base Overnight travel may be required, depending on claim location and complexity CAT duty assignments override standard travel parameters and may require extended travel or overnight stays as business needs dictate The Ideal Candidate Will Have 5+ years of commercial and/or property field-based claims experience Farm and/or agribusiness claims handling experience (preferred) Xactimate estimating experience Strong estimating and damage assessment skills (beneficial) Demonstrated customer service expertise Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously Strong written and verbal communication skills #LI-BC1 Job Description Summary Do you have a strong desire to resolve complicated insurance claims by providing prompt, courteous and fair service to customers? Are you a skilled investigator, negotiator and communicator? If you thrive in an environment where you can problem-solve claims resolution, while following processes that provide fair resolution, customer satisfaction and cost management, then we want to hear from you! As a Claims Specialist III, you will work on commercial property damage claims of a serious and sometimes complex nature. We’ll count on you to promote and provide outstanding customer service. You’ll adjust serious exposure commercial property claims requiring investigation, property damage evaluation and negotiations. In addition, you’ll handle lawsuit files to conclusion and oversee defense counsel activities. And you’ll be responsible for the handling of claims according to prescribed authorization.

Requirements

Undergraduate studies in business administration or related field preferred and/or relevant experience.
Successful completion of required claims certification schools/courses.
State licensing where required.
Obtain Xactimate Level 1 certification within a year of start date.
Obtain Xactimate Level 2 certification within two years of employment.
Five years commercial property claims handling experience preferred.
Extensive knowledge of medical, legal and/or commercial claims terminology, state regulations, claims processes, standard methodologies, and customer relationship management.
Advanced knowledge of insurance theory and practices, insurance contracts and their application.
Excellent customer service skills and validated ability to proactively meet customer needs.
Analytical skills vital to making decisions and reaching resolution in application of coverage, laws of jurisdiction to investigation facts, policy exclusions and exceptions.
Proven interpersonal skills to effectively prioritize increased and more complex workloads.
Able to demonstrate strong but flexible standards which are balanced based on the conflicting demands of the position.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary to optimally communicate and/or influence various audiences.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities to effectively train, coach, and provide feedback to less experienced associates.
Knowledge of claims systems.
Extensive knowledge of best claims methodologies used to resolve serious and/or high exposure/large loss commercial claims.
Validated ability to meet customer needs and provide exemplary service by informing customers of the claims process and ensuring a positive customer experience.
Analytical skills used to make independent decisions and resolve issues; proven ability to coordinate with defense counsel in the handling of cases involving serious and sometimes complex commercial property damage issues from inception through trial.
Organizational skills to effectively establish work priorities according to best claims practices.
Ability to operate personal computer and related software.
Must have a valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record in accordance with Nationwide standards.

Nice To Haves

Farm and/or agribusiness claims handling experience (preferred)
Professional development such as IIA or CPCU preferred.
Strong estimating and damage assessment skills (beneficial)

Responsibilities

Promptly and effectively handles assigned claims, with little to no direction and oversight, that may include complex and catastrophic casualty losses.
Makes decisions within delegated authority and recommends settlement values in the disposition of serious and sometimes complex claims as outlined in company policies and procedures.
Adheres to high standards of professional conduct consistent with the delivery of superior service.
Uses various methods of settlement in those cases where warranted; assigns cases to outside vendors as warranted.
Opens, closes and adjusts reserves in alignment with company practices designed to ensure reserve adequacy.
Recommends Special Reserves where necessary, according to Corporate Reserving Guidelines.
Adheres to file conferencing notification and authority procedures.
Maintains current knowledge of: assigned insurance lines; court decisions that may affect the claims function; current guidelines in the claims function; and policy changes and modifications. This may require attendance at various seminars or training sessions.
Mentors less experienced claims associates and assists with training/presentations as assigned by claims management.
Partners with Special Investigative Unit (SIU) and Subrogation to identify fraud and subrogation opportunities.
Assists or prepares files for suit, trial, or subrogation.
Oversees defense counsel in all lawsuit activities from inception throughout the life of the claim.
Delivers a positive customer service experience to internal, external, current and prospective Nationwide customers.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

medical/dental/vision
life insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
company-paid pension plan
business casual attire