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Claims Customer Service Associate I
Claims Customer Service Associate IUnited Fire & Casualty • Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
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Claims Customer Service Associate I

Claims Customer Service Associate I

United Fire & Casualty • Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

This position will assist the overall claim process by setting up claims, selecting relevant coverage, monitoring losses, answering claims calls and processing necessary documentation.

Responsibilities :

As a member of the claims organization at UFG, and as defined by claims best practices, core duties include :

  • Review new claim assignments to determine the nature and severity of the claim and intended action required.
  • Manage and execute all claim functions such as maintaining proper claims documentation within claims management system, reserving, claim payments, expense factors, and file notes.
  • Make prompt, meaningful contact with insureds, claimants and agents.
  • Maintain proper communication channels with internal and external customers as defined by claims best practices.
  • Review and interpret policy to determine coverage.
  • Work with underwriting to determine appropriate coverages.
  • Participate in continuing educational programs to develop and maintain knowledge of products, procedures, and industry trends.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers.

As a Customer Service Associate, you will :

  • Represent UFG and UFG Claims Department through phone, email and fax.
  • Be expected to provide the highest level of customer service to UFG customers.
  • Select relevant coverages and determine coverage codes.
  • Enter claims into an automated system and make the assignment to the appropriate claims representative.
  • Monitor new losses with unpaid premium or other coverage issues and set up in a timely fashion as coverage becomes available.
  • Process all mail received in imaging system.
  • Take claim information from customers over the phone.
  • Assist customers with claim inquiries, and when needed, get them in contact with an appropriate UFG representative.
  • Qualifications : Education :

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Some college preferred.
  • Experience :

  • 2+ years of customer service experience preferred.
  • 2+ years of insurance related experience preferred.
  • Knowledge, skills & abilities :

  • Understanding basic policy language.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills.
  • Technical knowledge of computers and being able to work with Word, Outlook and Excel.
  • Effective organizational skills.
  • Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize.
  • Ability to work with a team to successfully complete a project.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Critical thinking skills.
  • Customer-centric mindset.
  • Working Conditions :

  • Hybrid- Work from home, with occasional requests to work in the office.
  • Must have a quiet office room to work in throughout the day.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

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