Senior Claims Examiner I

Company: NICO National Indemnity Company Want to work for a company with unparalleled financial strength and stability that offers “large company” benefits with an exciting, friendly, and “small company” atmosphere?  Our companies, as members of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, provides opportunities for professionals interested in just that.   A Brief Overview Claims Examiner will investigate, evaluate, provide defense if appropriate, negotiate and resolve assigned property damage and bodily injury claims reported under affiliated Companies' insurance contracts, in accordance with those contracts and applicable law, within documented authority. This position will be for the Claim Department based in Omaha, NE or eligible for remote work. This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship.  In accordance with state pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good-faith salary range estimate is being provided.  The salary range for this job is $85,000 - $95,000 annually based on the primary posting location of Omaha, Nebraska.  Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. Eligible employees receive up to 11 days of vacation time, 65 days (85 day maximum in a two-year period) of sick pay, up to 20 days of paid parental time, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply within four business days of the posting date. The Company will continue to accept applications until the position has been filled.  Applicants may apply after four business days of the posting date with the understanding that the position may no longer be available when their application is submitted. What will you do? CLAIM INVESTIGATION: Investigate assigned claims reported under insurance contracts provided by affiliated Companies, including identification of information and documents needed to evaluate claims, assignment and direction of independent adjusters and review of public and other records and documents. Contact Insureds, Claimants and others by telephone and correspondence regarding information and documents necessary to evaluate and resolve claims, claim processes and related matters, and resolution alternatives. Comply with claims handling laws and regulations. At higher levels, may engage defense counsel as directed and monitor defense of Insureds in consultation with management as necessary or may work directly with internal legal counsel. COVERAGE ANALYSIS: Identify, evaluate and, in consultation with management as necessary, analyze and determine respective rights and obligations of Company, Insured, Claimants and others under insurance contracts applicable to assigned claims. Comply with laws of applicable jurisdiction. Coordinate with Legal Department on coverage, claims handling compliance, and other legal issues. LOSS ASSESSMENT: Analyze, evaluate, and estimate liability of Insureds…