Liability Specialist

Liability Specialist

Exercises independent discretion and judgement in claims handling involving complex liability issues, to include coverage issues and severe injury claims. The successful candidate will work from home and must reside in ERIE's West Region. The successful candidate will report to the Commercial General Liability Team and will handle GGL claims across the West Region specific to premise and ongoing operations losses. A KY license will be required within the first 90 days. Other state adjusting licenses may be required if there is a business need.

Conducts investigations, evaluate and make recommendations regarding coverage and liability. Handles claims involving complex liability, damages or coverages. Negotiates with all parties, or their representatives, within designated authority. Documents the file and submits reports. Identifies subrogation opportunities and initiates appropriate action. Completes required training.

The position requires the incumbent to provide support for property claims during periods of heavy volume. Trains and mentors. Travel for training may be required.

Values Diversity, Nimble Learning, Self-Development, Collaborates, Customer Focus, Cultivates Innovation, Optimizes Work Processes (IC), Instills Trust, Ensures Accountability, Job-Specific Knowledge, Decision Quality.

Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements : High school diploma or GED required; Associates or bachelor's degree preferred.

Additional Experience : Five years casualty claims adjusting experience or equivalent experience in the medical or legal field required. Broad knowledge and expertise in the areas of liability coverages, laws and injuries required. Position requires incumbents to provide support for property claims during periods of heavy volume. Travel for training may be required.

Designations and / or Licenses : Valid driver's license required. Completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) program preferred.

Physical Requirements : Lifting / Moving 0-20 lbs; Occasional (