Bodily Injury Claim Specialist - Tampa, Florida

Florida Casualty Claim Specialist– The Auto Club Group

Reports to: Claim Manager II

What you will do: (Primary Duties & Responsibilities)

The Auto Club Group is seeking prospective Casualty Claim Specialists who can work under less supervision with a high-level of authority to handle highly complex technical issues and the most complex claims.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to:

• Reviewing assigned claims
• Contacting the insured and other affected parties,
• Setting expectations for the remainder of the claim process, and thoroughly documenting activities in the claim file.
• Complete complex coverage analysis,
• Ensure all possible policyholder benefits are identified,
• Complete an investigation of the facts regarding the claim,
• Determine if the claim should be paid and confirm recovery potential.
• Conducting thorough reviews of damages and determining the applicability of state law and other factors related to the claim.
• Identify when to refer claims to other company units (e.g., Underwriting, Subrogation or Special Investigation Unit).
• Possess strong critical thinking and negotiating skills.
• Handle both attorney represented and unrepresented claimants with injury claims that may involve coverage investigation, liability disputes, bodily injuries, and litigation.
• Assist Claim Manager with file reviews and training.

With our powerful brand and the mentoring, we offer, you will find your position as a Claim Specialist can lead to a rewarding career at our growing organization.

How you will benefit:

Claim Specialist will earn a competitive salary of $68,000 - $78,000 annually with an annual bonus potential based on performance.

• 401k Match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

We're looking for candidates who:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Business Administration, Insurance or a related field or the equivalent in related work experience
• Completion of the Insurance Institute of America's: General Insurance Program, Associate in Claims, Associate in Management or equivalent
• CPCU coursework or designation

Required Qualifications:

• In states where an Adjuster's license is required, the candidate must have a Florida State Adjuster License.
• Degree in Business Administration, Insurance or a related field or the equivalent in related work experience
• Must have a valid State Driver's License

Experience:

• Three years of experience or equivalent training in the following:
• Negotiation of claim settlements
• Evaluation of injury claims
• Securing and evaluating evidence
• Subrogation claims
• Coverage analysis and resolution of coverage questions
• Taking statements
• Establishing clear evaluation and resolution plans for claims

Knowledge and Skills:

• Fair Trade Practices Act as it relates to claims
• Subrogation including intercompany arbitration
• Litigation as it relates to claims
• Negligence Law
• No-Fault Law
• Medical terminology and human anatomy

Ability to:

• Handle claims to ACG Claim Handling Standards including following and applying ACG Claim policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Work within assigned ACG Claim systems including basic PC software
• Perform claim file review and investigations
• Demonstrate effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrate customer service skills by building and maintaining relationships with insureds/claimants while exhibiting understanding of their problems and responding to questions and concerns
• Analyze and solve problems while demonstrating sound decision making skills
• Prioritize claim related functions
• Process time sensitive data and information from multiple sources
• Manage time, organize, and plan workload and responsibilities
• Must Reside within 50 miles from Tampa, Florida

Work Environment

• This is a hybrid work arrangement (time spent in office and remote). Depending on the employee's role and leadership's assessment, some employees will come into an ACG facility on a weekly basis, a monthly basis, or on an "as needed" basis for key meetings and collaborative activities. Most employees will be required to come into the office, at a minimum, for important departmental meetings or teambuilding events.

Who We Are

Become a part of something bigger.

The Auto Club Group (ACG) provides membership, travel, insurance, and financial service offerings to approximately 14+ million members and customers across 14 states and 2 U.S. territories through AAA, Meemic, and Fremont brands. ACG belongs to the national AAA federation and is the second largest AAA club in North America.

By continuing to invest in more advanced technology, pursuing innovative products, and hiring a highly skilled workforce, AAA continues to build upon its heritage of providing quality service and helping our members enjoy life's journey through insurance, travel, financial services, and roadside assistance.

And when you join our team, one of the first things you'll notice is that same, whole-hearted, enthusiastic advocacy for each other.

We have positions available for every walk of life! AAA prides itself on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, realizing our differences make us stronger.

To learn more about AAA The Auto Club Group visit

Important Note:

ACG's Compensation philosophy is to provide a market-competitive structure of fair, equitable and performance-based pay to attract and retain excellent talent that will enable ACG to meet its short and long-term goals. ACG utilizes a geographic pay differential as part of the base salary compensation program. Pay ranges outlined in this posting are based on the various ranges within the geographic areas which ACG operates. Salary at time of offer is determined based on these and other factors as associated with the job and job level.

The above statements describe the principal and essential functions, but not all functions that may be inherent in the job. This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements.

The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job.

AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. Every applicant offered employment within The Auto Club Group will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the requirements of the position.