Claims Representative I-Miami, FL

This job is with Florida Farm Bureau which is the Florida state office for Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company and we currently have an opening for a Claims Representative in Miami, FL. This position is responsible for resolving damage and injury claims caused by or incurred by insureds. Starting salary of $53,800 with a company car. We offer many benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, Extended Illness Leave, Pension and matching 401K. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES Investigate, validate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle all claims as assigned. Submit reserve recommendations on assigned claims. Communicate with the public regarding procedures, problems, and coverages. Negotiate fair settlement with individual claimants or Attorneys. Maintain claim files and follow departmental reporting procedures. Report risk reviews to the Underwriting department. Participate in training and continuing education courses as requested or required. Prepare estimates on auto and property losses. SKILLS/ABILITY Strong verbal communication & listening skills Effective negotiation skills Effective conflict management skills Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities Possesses strong product knowledge Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents Possesses strong technical aptitude Ability to work with mathematical operations related to daily tasks. Education Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr