What are the responsibilities and job description for the Claims Adjuster position at Fortegra?
This position will primarily be responsible for the handling of investor and forced placement claims within the unit and will handle other claims as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional education or experience required.
- Florida 6-20 Adjusters License required.
- Personnel development skills.
- Multi-line technical and administrative experience preferred.
- General construction knowledge preferred.
- IIA, AEI or other approved industry coursework (i.e. AIC, SCLA, CPCU) preferred.
Primary Job Functions:
- Provide prompt service and detailed investigations in the handling of claims.
- Maintain a diary system to ensure prompt conclusion of claims.
- Follow file quality standards.
- Maintain effective contact with agents, insureds, and company personnel.
- Fulfill adjuster licensing requirements and any required state continuing education.
- Meet or exceed unit/departmental performance goals.
- Determine proper indemnity payments through utilization of estimate reviews to include:
- Desk adjustments
- Determine and apply proper depreciation to applicable items
- Evaluate Personal Property Claims
The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.
Skills & Competencies Required:
- Developing real trade craft and skills
- High degree of planning and organization ability
- Judgment/Decisiveness
- Analytical Ability
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent negotiation skills
Additional Information:
Full benefit package including medical, dental, life, vision, company paid short/long term disability, 401(k), tuition assistance and more.
