Description
Who are we?
Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Company, an affiliate of Western National Mutual Insurance, is a mutual insurance company, rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best, with over 140 years of experience serving policyholders' property-and-casualty insurance needs across multiple regions in the United States. We believe in striving for growth without sacrifice and know that our culture creates and cultivates happy and dedicated employees, which we believe gives us the ability to deliver the highest level of customer service.
Does this opportunity interest you?
Michigan Millers is seeking a Claims Support Specialist to join our team!
The individual in this role will have the opportunity to provide administrative and clerical support to claims team members by maintaining accurate records, assisting with daily operations, and delivering helpful and responsive service to internal and external customers.
What are the responsibilities and opportunities of this role?
- Provides administrative and clerical support to claims team members to assist with daily departmental operations.
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date records in designated systems, ensuring information is accessible to appropriate team members.
- Updates routine reports and reviews information for accuracy and completeness.
- Responds to incoming departmental phone calls and directs inquiries to appropriate team members as needed.
- Communicates with internal departments and team members to exchange information and support claims-related activities.
- Follows established procedures and guidelines to complete routine tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Researches information and seeks answers to questions using established resources and processes.
- Applies knowledge to resolve routine issues and escalates more complex or non-routine matters for additional guidance.
- Demonstrates attention to detail while managing daily responsibilities and meeting established deadlines.
- Provides backup front desk receptionist support, as needed, for Claims Support Specialists located in Minnesota who report to the Edina office.
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
What are the must-have qualifications for a candidate?
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to follow established processes and procedures.
- Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with core systems, office equipment, computer applications, and software packages.
Compensation overview
The full hiring range for this role is $17.60 - $23.24 per hour. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, credentials, and experience of each candidate as well as other factors such as the scope and location of the role. Candidates looking for compensation outside of the posted range are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on their individual qualifications and/or may be considered for other positions.
Michigan Millers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
Culture and Total Rewards
We offer full-time employees a significant Total Rewards Package, including:
- Medical insurance options and other standard employee benefits, including dental insurance, vision benefits, life insurance, and more!
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) Plan (plus company match)
- Time Off - including vacation, volunteer, and holiday pay
- Paid Parental Leave
- Bonus opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- Wellness Program - including an onsite fitness studio
Michigan Millers and Western National Insurance believe in supporting the balance between work and life by providing a flexible work environment, which includes a variety of hybrid work arrangements designed to balance individual, job, department, and company needs.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Michigan Millers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to follow established processes and procedures
- Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Proficiency with core systems, office equipment, computer applications, and software packages
What We Do
Western National Insurance, headquartered in Edina, Minn., is a super-regional group of property-and-casualty insurance companies providing personal and commercial coverage in 19 states across the Midwestern and Western U.S. as well as in Alaska; and surety bonds in 41 states. We distribute our products exclusively through trusted, professional Independent Insurance Agents. Our insurance products and services allow individuals and businesses throughout our communities to have the peace of mind and financial security to focus on what is most important to them. Whether serving customers directly or working behind the scenes, every role at Western National provides a valuable contribution in which you can take pride. WHY WESTERN NATIONAL? At Western National, we attribute our success to the relationships we have built. For our customers, this means providing quality products and exceptional service. For our team members, this means an opportunity to build a meaningful career while maintaining a work/life balance. We encourage staff to take advantage of paid time-off, flexible working schedules, pre-arranged volunteer opportunities, and wellbeing programs that we offer. Our values, and the programs that support them, have resulted in our consistent ranking as a Star Tribune Top Workplace. More importantly, they are the reason that people choose to come to Western National and stay throughout their career. For more information, visit: http://www.wnins.com/careers/index.shtml
