Liability Adjuster

Erie Insurance•Allentown, PA

2d•$56,367 - $90,040•Remote

About The Position

The Liability Adjuster exercises independent discretion and judgment in claims handling involving complex liability issues, including coverage issues and minor injury claims. This is a remote, work-from-home position for candidates located within Erie Insurance’s footprint, with occasional travel to a branch office for events or meetings. Travel for training may also be required. Multiple positions are available; Pennsylvania is preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of claims or customer service experience are required; casualty claims experience is preferred.
Equivalent educational experience will be considered.
Appropriate license(s) as required by state(s) of operation.
Ability to perform occasional lifting or moving of 0–20 lbs and 20–50 lbs, occasional driving, and frequent manual keying, data entry, information input, and computer use.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
Casualty claims experience preferred.
Candidates located in Pennsylvania are preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct investigations and evaluate and make recommendations regarding coverage and liability.
Set and maintain reserves; obtain documents to establish claim value; and negotiate settlements or decline claims.
Document files and submit final reports.
Identify subrogation opportunities and initiate appropriate action.
Negotiate with all parties or their representatives within designated authority.
Complete required training.
Train and mentor.
Travel for training when required.

Benefits

Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents, with coverage beginning the first day of work.
Low medical and prescription premium contributions; the company currently pays up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
Traditional pension plan; full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match, offered in addition to the pension.
Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement for higher education and industry designations.
Company-paid basic life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Orthodontic coverage for children and adults.
Adoption assistance.
Fertility and infertility coverage.
Well-being programs.
Paid volunteer hours for community service.
Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable gifts each year.
Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.