Adjuster II, Liability Claims

LIABILITY CLAIMS ADJUSTER II

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to manage and resolve general liability, automobile and other claims involving alleged bodily injury and property damages, and to pursue third party damage billing, subrogation and contractor indemnification opportunities for the company. This position is for more experienced adjusters and requires proven mastery of basic liability adjusting skills. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES BY COMPETENCY Functional Expertise Processes motor vehicle, liability and casualty claims, research and gathers relevant information; evaluates claim validity; negotiates claims (within a prescribed authority limit) to ensure equitable and timely settlements; and communicates with involved parties. Prepares and submits initial reports and tracks actions taken, claim developments and status of assigned claims. Submits administrative reports as required. Pursues third parties to recover damage to company property, facilities or Equipment. Must be able to demonstrate a strong command of all liability issues and claims techniques. Able to handle litigated claims of moderate complexity. Able to handle complex liability claims including cross bore and bodily injury claims. Business Acumen Develops and utilizes innovative claim resolution strategies and investigative techniques. Identifies appropriate resources within the Field Operations, Corporate Security and other departments to evaluate the merits and value of claims. Participates in or provide input to Large Loss reviews. Engagement Coordinates the work of outside vendors (e.g., independent adjusters, investigators, appraisers) to ensure quality efficiency and cost effectiveness. Represents the company as a technical resource and attends legal proceedings as needed. Regularly communicates with Manager, Claims and the Legal Department regarding the status of pending claims, particularly claims involving potentially significant exposure or risk of litigation. Driving Results Manages claims to minimize the overall cost to the company and maximize recovery for damage to company property, facility or equipment. Adheres to Best Practices and fully documents all claims activity in claims operating system.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certifications/Licenses Associate Degree Adjuster License Preferred Associate In Claims (AIC) Bachelors Degree Related Work Experience Required 3 years experience in industry Equivalent academic education and experience Preferred 4 years experience investigating, evaluating, and resolving General Liability and Auto Liability claims involving both Property Damage and Bodily Injury. Specific Skills & Knowledge Required Interpersonal skills including negotiating, influencing, and persuasion Demonstrated ability in decision making skills Computer literacy - intermediate proficiency Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Keyboarding = Constant 67-100% Travel = Occasional 1-33% On-call = None Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 19812 Job Category: Legal & Compliance Job Schedule: Full time Company: AGL Services Company #J-18808-Ljbffr Mississippi Power Co