Automobile Club of Southern California
Catastrophe Homeowners Field EstimatorThis position handles highly complex homeowner claims matters involving material damage, property and/or liability lines of insurance written by the Interinsurance Exchange in compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements.
The primary functions include investigation, evaluation, and negotiation of highest complexity claims.
Employs discretion and independent judgment to ensure compliance with state and federal law; and with historical company, technical, and customer service Best Practices.
This position requires leadership skills and may involve mentoring and training of less experienced personnel.
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:
Conduct field investigations, evaluate and estimate claim values on very severe damage including total loss fires, earthquakes, landslides, explosions and collapse.
Write structural repair estimates in excess of several hundred thousand dollars.
Determine coverage by interpreting case law, insurance codes and regulations, building codes and ordinances, and insurance contracts on a variety of complex issues; including concurrent causation, efficient proximate and predominate causes, arson, innocent co-insureds.
Direct, communicate and interact with a variety of forensic experts including Cause and Origin Investigators, Civil, Structural and Soils Engineers and Hygienists.
Negotiate directly with insureds, attorneys and public adjusters to resolve complicated and high value claims.
Prepare comprehensive formal reporting on high profile claims to senior management.
Mentor and develop lesser experienced personnel.
Serve as management backup and complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.
Direct and interact with in-house and outside counsel on litigated files.
Provide sworn expert testimony in Courtroom or Deposition settings.
Be available at short notice to meet the immediate needs of the customer and mitigate losses.
Perform catastrophe duty in areas that will require extended over-night stays.
EDUCATION:
Four-year college degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
Evidence of continuing education (i.
e.
industry designations) desired.
WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE :
Experience servicing claims of the highest complexity required.
Experience in multiple specialty areas preferred, i.
e.
, MD, liability, H.
O.
, auditing, SIU, etc.
Typically has 10-20 years related experience.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Comprehensive understanding of building repair procedures and issues.
Moderate computer and line of business technical software skills required.
Advanced understanding of insurance principles necessary.
Advanced leadership skills among peers required.
Advanced organization and planning recognition skills requiredAdvanced oral and written communication skills required.
Advanced interpersonal skills required.
SPECIAL :
Valid driver's license with level of financial responsibility required by the Club and an acceptable motor vehicle record required for the field positions.
Industry designations (CPCU, AIC, etc.
) highly desiredRemarkable
Benefits:
o Health coverage for medical, dental, visiono 401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pensiono Tuition assistanceo PTO for community volunteer programso Wellness programo Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)The Automobile Club of Southern California is part of the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation.
We have 14,000 employees in 21 states helping 17 million members.
The strength of our organization is our employees.
Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members.
When we embrace our diversity - we win.
All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1902, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.
AAA is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAbout the Company:
Automobile Club of Southern CaliforniaWe are a member based organization that prides ourselves on providing exemplary service to maximize member satisfaction.
Our environment is one of collaboration, team work and positivity.
OAC provides a healthy work/life balance, striving for an atmosphere that concentrates on wellness, productivity and success.
We all take part in holding ourselves accountable, individually as well as collectively to stay progressive leaders in supporting our community.
OAC stays committed on our daily accomplishments to continue helping our members stay safe and worry free.
Company Size:
1,000 to 1,499 employeesIndustry:
Automotive Sales and Repair ServicesFounded:
1977Website:
http:
//ohio.
aaa.
com/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The primary functions include investigation, evaluation, and negotiation of highest complexity claims.
Employs discretion and independent judgment to ensure compliance with state and federal law; and with historical company, technical, and customer service Best Practices.
This position requires leadership skills and may involve mentoring and training of less experienced personnel.
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:
Conduct field investigations, evaluate and estimate claim values on very severe damage including total loss fires, earthquakes, landslides, explosions and collapse.
Write structural repair estimates in excess of several hundred thousand dollars.
Determine coverage by interpreting case law, insurance codes and regulations, building codes and ordinances, and insurance contracts on a variety of complex issues; including concurrent causation, efficient proximate and predominate causes, arson, innocent co-insureds.
Direct, communicate and interact with a variety of forensic experts including Cause and Origin Investigators, Civil, Structural and Soils Engineers and Hygienists.
Negotiate directly with insureds, attorneys and public adjusters to resolve complicated and high value claims.
Prepare comprehensive formal reporting on high profile claims to senior management.
Mentor and develop lesser experienced personnel.
Serve as management backup and complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.
Direct and interact with in-house and outside counsel on litigated files.
Provide sworn expert testimony in Courtroom or Deposition settings.
Be available at short notice to meet the immediate needs of the customer and mitigate losses.
Perform catastrophe duty in areas that will require extended over-night stays.
EDUCATION:
Four-year college degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
Evidence of continuing education (i.
e.
industry designations) desired.
WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE :
Experience servicing claims of the highest complexity required.
Experience in multiple specialty areas preferred, i.
e.
, MD, liability, H.
O.
, auditing, SIU, etc.
Typically has 10-20 years related experience.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Comprehensive understanding of building repair procedures and issues.
Moderate computer and line of business technical software skills required.
Advanced understanding of insurance principles necessary.
Advanced leadership skills among peers required.
Advanced organization and planning recognition skills requiredAdvanced oral and written communication skills required.
Advanced interpersonal skills required.
SPECIAL :
Valid driver's license with level of financial responsibility required by the Club and an acceptable motor vehicle record required for the field positions.
Industry designations (CPCU, AIC, etc.
) highly desiredRemarkable
Benefits:
o Health coverage for medical, dental, visiono 401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pensiono Tuition assistanceo PTO for community volunteer programso Wellness programo Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)The Automobile Club of Southern California is part of the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation.
We have 14,000 employees in 21 states helping 17 million members.
The strength of our organization is our employees.
Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members.
When we embrace our diversity - we win.
All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1902, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.
Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.
AAA is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAbout the Company:
Automobile Club of Southern CaliforniaWe are a member based organization that prides ourselves on providing exemplary service to maximize member satisfaction.
Our environment is one of collaboration, team work and positivity.
OAC provides a healthy work/life balance, striving for an atmosphere that concentrates on wellness, productivity and success.
We all take part in holding ourselves accountable, individually as well as collectively to stay progressive leaders in supporting our community.
OAC stays committed on our daily accomplishments to continue helping our members stay safe and worry free.
Company Size:
1,000 to 1,499 employeesIndustry:
Automotive Sales and Repair ServicesFounded:
1977Website:
http:
//ohio.
aaa.
com/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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