Property Claims Specialist

Property Claims SpecialistExercises independent discretion or judgment in the handling of assigned property claims. Serves as a consultant to claims adjusters in their handling of property losses. This position will service the Southern Wisconsin area.Duties and Responsibilities:Establishes immediate contact with Policyholders and claimants.Conducts extensive investigations into causes and origins of all major property claims.Interviews insureds, claimants and others as required.Inspects property damage, reviews information to prepare estimates, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage of claims, determines liability and total value of claims and negotiates settlements.Sets and maintains adequate reserves.Exercises discretion and independent judgment in evaluating property damage in order to determine the extent of damage.Qualifications:Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements:High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience (up to two years of equivalent may be substituted); or Bachelor's Degree and three years of claims handling experience, (up to two years of equivalent experience may be substituted.)Additional Experience Working knowledge of Windows software required.Physical Requirements:Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for this role.Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Often (20-50%) Climbing/accessing heights; Moderate (30-40%) Driving; Frequent (50-80%) Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Often (20-50%) Lifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Often (20-50%) Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Often (20-50%) Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional (<20%)