Commercial Auto Claims Representative (Litigated Bodily Injury)

The Commercial Auto Claims Adjuster will be responsible for evaluating and resolving all components of first and third-party auto claims. This position will require solid knowledge of auto claims adjusting practices, as well as the ability to deliver excellent customer service.

Berkshire Hathaway biBerk offers a collaborative company culture with outstanding benefits and competitive compensation. Our success is founded on our strong reputation, and we have received an A+ “Superior” grade by the leading independent insurance rating organization. Backed by our ultimate parent company, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., our brand is founded upon trust, service, and innovation. If you’re looking for an employer with integrity and flexibility, keep reading to learn about our benefits and job openings.

Job Responsibilities

The Auto Claims Casualty Adjuster is responsible for directing commercial automobile claim loss investigations and adjusting from a remote office setting. The Adjuster is also responsible for, but not limited to: 

• Investigating losses (BI/UM/UIM primarily) from office, utilizing Independent Adjusters and other internal/external resources
• identifying coverage issues and completing coverage analysis
• Evaluation and valuation of injuries/damages
• Experience handling moderate to severe injury claims involving allegations of soft-tissue injuries, bone/cartilage fractures, disc herniations, joint dislocation, short-term hospitalizations and out-patient surgeries
• Handing attorney represented claimants (litigation claim-handling experience a plus)
• Experience analyzing and responding to Time Limited Policy Demands
• Experience working with experts in multiple disciplines, including: physicians/therapists, attorneys, accountants, medical billing audit firms, accident reconstructionists, biomechanical engineers, forensic accountants
• Maintain claim files per established best claim practice guidelines
• Obtain and maintain all required state licenses

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates with the following:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and computer skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize
• Ability to switch focus at a moment’s notice
• Ability to multi-task when needed
• Self-motivator: works independently with minimal to moderate supervision
• Past 3+ years of experience handling bodily injury claims
• Bachelor’s degree required (insurance industry designation a plus)
• Possessing strong ability to understand and review policy documentation
• Ability to formulate solid action plans to resolve claims
• Ability to effectively present files in front of groups
• Ability to travel for company / claim related events if needed

About Us

biBerk is where commercial insurance buyers can obtain coverage for their businesses from insurers of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, one of the best capitalized insurance groups in the world. Our ultimate parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through biBerk.com will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A++ insurer.

BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at biBerk are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust.

Some highlights of our benefits are:

• Great work environment with growth opportunity
• Subsidized downtown parking (for in-office positions)
• Competitive compensation
• Generous amounts of vacation and sick time
• Closed on major holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• A fantastic healthcare package
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
• Service recognition after 5 years of employment

In accordance with pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good faith compensation range estimate is being provided.  The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $98,000 per year.  Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.