Property (Structures) Outside Claim Rep~Columbia, South Carolina - The Hartford (Columbia, SC) in Columbia, South Carolina For Sale

Title: Property (Structures) Outside Claim Rep~Columbia, South Carolina
Location: United States-South Carolina-Columbia
Other Locations: United States-South Carolina
The purpose of the Outside Claim Representative position provides mobile, on-site service to policy holders in response to notice of loss. Service includes prompt contact, inspection of damages, investigation, scoping and estimating damages, settlement of claim, and issuing payment. The successful candidate needs to be customer focused, excellent with face to face customer interaction and adept at time management.
Responsibilities:
* Perform on-site inspection and estimation of damages.
* Document all claim activity to support the outcome of the claim file.
* Comply with all internal and external reporting requirements.
* Create high level of policyholder satisfaction by complying with standards for timeliness of contact, follow-up, payments, and Unfair Claim Practice Act.
* Perform other related job duties as directed or needed, such as providing on-call duty and immediate response and service in emergency and catastrophe situations.
* Ability to write building damage estimates using computerized software applications required, with familiarity withXACT/Sketchestimating platform a plus.
* Territory: South Carolina counties: Oconee, Pickens, Greenville, Spartanburg, Cherokee, York, Anderson, Laurens, Union, Chester, Abbeville, Newberry, Fairfield, Greenwood, Saluda, Western Lexington, McCormick, Edgefield. Georgia counties: Lincoln, Columbia, McDuffie, Warren, Richmond, Glascock, Burke, Northern Jefferson.
* Targeted monthly tasks are 55-60 new tasks per month.
The Outside Claim Representative will work from home in the designated territory of Columbia, South Carolina and report into the North East Property Operations in Hartford, Connecticut. The role comes with a laptop computer, digital camera, & a company car equipped with a GPS unit, so a clean driving record is required.
WHY JOIN THE HARTFORD?
The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (NYSE: HIG) is a leading provider of insurance and wealth management services for millions of consumers and businesses worldwide. The Hartford is consistently recognized for its superior service, its sustainability efforts and as one of the world''s most ethical companies. In xxxx, The Hartford reported revenues of $21.9 billion. More information on the company and its financial performance is available athttp://www.thehartford.com/.
The Hartford believes people should live with financial confidence. The Hartford exists to provide the confidence and peace of mind that helps people achieve their financial goals. We enable this confidence though the breadth of our product portfolio and relationships and the depth of our knowledge.
The Hartford's biggest competitive advantage is our employees. We hire a broad range of talented teammates from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We look for teammates who share ourcore valuesand bring passion to their jobs. Our values are projected in the way we interact with customers and among our teams.
We are an innovative leader in the industry and have been recognized by:
· Ethisphere Instituteas One of the "World''s Most Ethical Companies" for five consecutive years
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WHAT IS THE COMPENSATION OPPORTUNITY?
At The Hartford, our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay competitive base salaries and reward performance. In addition, you will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, a 401K Plan, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more.
* 2-3 years of first party commercial & residential and property (structures) claim estimating, required (must be evident on resume)
* Ability to write structural damage estimates using computerized software applications helpful, preferably Xactimate.
* Demonstrated proficiency in construction estimating and repair techniques
* Strong customer service orientation
* Bachelors degree or equivalent experience, preferred.
* Excellent planning and organizational skills
* Ability to work independently
* Valid driver''s license and clear driving record
* Computer literacy and strong keyboard skills
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to be available for catastrophe (CAT) deployment, oftentimes on short or limited notice, as a condition of employment.
* Lifting requirement of 40-50 pounds and ability to climb up on roofs to inspect damage.
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME ABOUT WORKING AT THE HARTFORD?
This position will work in the Columbia, South Carolina and have a home office set up and report to the North East Property Claim Office. We value providing exceptional customer service and superior claim handling, while providing our employees with the opportunity for growth and advancement. Company car will be provided.
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The Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
The Hartford maintains a drug-free workplace.
Committed to Building Inclusion and Leveraging Diversity
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