Liability Claims Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Full time

R-80736

Specialist, Claims

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, works with adjusters, brokers, and departments across the organization to process property, GL and workers compensation claims. Develops the knowledge and skills needed to conduct thorough investigations, make decisions about liability / compensability, evaluate losses, negotiate settlements, and manage an inventory of commercial property/casualty and disability claims through one-on-one mentoring, and on-the-job training. Using approved and acquired risk and claims management processes to reduce the cost of claims, and help managers return injured employees back to work as soon as practicable.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with team to ensure timely processing of all workers’ compensation, general liability, property and auto claims, disputes, and closures.

• Partner with third-party administrators to set up, manage and close claims as effectively as possible.

• Using RMIS and other systems to manages claims programs and processes, while working directly with insurance broker personnel, insurance adjusters and attorneys

• Reports any safety concerns, loss control, or other risk related issues

• Help ensure completeness of all incident reports submitted to the team

• Perform other risk management tasks as needed

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED

• Two years' experience in a related risk management or insurance claims handling field

Competencies

• Very good verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent negotiation skills

• Organizational and detail tracking skills

• Basic computer skills such as word processing and spreadsheet applications

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Performs sedentary work in an office environment with limited lifting (less than 10 pounds) or walking required. Close visual acuity required to perform work at computer terminal. No exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Requires repetitive typing motion, talking, hearing, grasping and feeling.

Disclaimer

The job description outlines the general nature and scope of work employees perform in this role. It's not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. The company reserves the right to modify, revise, or update the job description to meet business needs.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Applications Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Extra Space Storage is the largest operator of self-storage facilities and the largest third-party self-storage management company. Since we were founded in 1977, we have grown to include more than 4,000 locations across the country from our headquarters in Salt Lake City, UT.

At Extra Space, we believe the world is a better place when people love what they do. Redefining the self-storage industry is an ambitious goal, which is why we look for the best of the best. With competitive pay, excellent benefits, a great culture rooted in our core values, and opportunities for career development, Extra Space Storage continues to be a top choice for outstanding talent. Come join us and find out why our employees recommend us!