Auto Claims Examiner – Work from Home

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Wright Public Entity serves as a management company providing claims administration, risk management & loss control, underwriting & marketing, and client services in New York for the NY Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR: ‘A-’ rated by Best), NY Municipal Insurance Reciprocal (NYMIR: ‘A-’ rated by Best) and Statewide Schools Health Plan. We also act as a TPA for Workers Compensation for various self-insured schools & municipalities in New York.

This position will be responsible primarily for the adjustment of first- and third-party property damage claims arising from general liability and auto liability coverages.

Responsibilities:

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Coverage assessment and verification
• Investigate, evaluate, and bring to a disposition all non-litigated claims
• Assure the proper reserving of all losses
• Participate in recognized safety/marketing programs
• Assign and manage the activities of independent adjusters and other vendors
• Work effectively with clients, brokers, attorneys and other departments
• Identify subrogation potential
• Manage the subrogation process
• Participate in mediation and arbitration
• Preparing comprehensive claim correspondence
• Attend training classes and/or secure professional designations
• Handle NY PIP and Medical payments claims
• Prepare substantive Claim Reports.
• Make recommendations as to reserves and disposition of claims

Competencies:

• Possesses the ability to organize and prioritize work activities timely and efficiently
• Possesses professional written and oral communication skills
• Possesses the ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and select the best course of action in a timely manner
• Possesses negotiation skills
• Possess professional customer service skills

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or life experience
• Experience in handling commercial automobile claims
• Active New York State General Adjuster’s license (Series 17-70)
• Professional telephone demeanor
• Proficient use of a PC

Physical Requirements Necessary on a Regular Basis:

• Ability to sit at a desk and body range motion for use of a keyboard, mouse and telephone
• Speech and hearing sufficient for in-person and telephone communication
• Access to Wi-Fi

What We Offer

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Ability to work hybrid
• Paid Time Off
• Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), and many additional benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Salary Range: $60,000 – $80,000 depending on experience

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.