POSITION SUMMARY

• This position will work from home and service Lynchburg and the surrounding counties (Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, Campbell)
• Company car will be provided.
• Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of property claims. Also assists or acts on behalf of the claims supervisor when required.
• Claims will include residential and small to mid-commercial accounts.
• Conducts investigations, interviews, and inspects damage, driving to site of damage within assigned territory or other if required. Prepares estimates, makes recommendation, and handles coverage questions, and litigation.
• Sets and maintains reserves, reviews reports and related materials, directs experts, determines coverage and claim value, issues or declines payment, and negotiates claims with plaintiff attorneys when necessary.
• Documents claim files and submits report for closure.
• Recognizes subrogation situations and initiates appropriate action.
• Services assigned territory and brings assigned claims to conclusion.
• Interacts with Agents and district sales managers on matters of mutual concern.
• Assists claims supervisor or acts on his/her behalf, including representing the company at legal proceedings, as required.
• Completes industry-related training programs and continues to attend training programs to remain informed on policy changes, interpretation or new legislation.
• Assists in training of new claims adjusters.
• Participates on Catastrophe Team when required.
   

QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years property claims adjusting experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with estimating software required.
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Successful completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) program preferred.
• Incumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company.
• Position requires the incumbent to serve on Catastrophe Team, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting 0-20 lbs; Often (20-50%)
Lifting 20-50 lbs; Often (20-50%)
Lifting Over 50 lbs; Often (20-50%)
Driving; Frequent (50-80%)
Pushing/Pulling; Occasional (<20%)
Manual Keying/Data Entry; Often (20-50%)
Climbing; Moderate (30-40%)

ERIE BENEFITS

• Company Car (all expenses paid by ERIE)
• 401k Match + Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off