Outside Property Claim Rep Travelers Insurance is pleased to announce additional employment opportunities! We continue to grow and are currently hiring additional positions in the Missoula, MT area. Please visit our website: www.travelers.com to apply online. Job seekers/current openings/enter requisition #790108 for the position you are applying for. Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future. That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference. Summary Demonstrate proficiency in first party estimating, investigation, evaluation and negotiation at the most reasonable cost. Satisfy customer needs and ensure file quality. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Handle 1st party Property claims of moderate complexity as assigned. Complete field inspection of losses including accurate scope of damages, photographs, written estimates and/or computer assisted estimates. Investigate and evaluate all relevant facts to determine coverage, damages and liability of first-party property damage claims. Establish timely and accurate claim and expense reserves. Negotiate and convey claim settlements within authority limits. Write denial letters, Reservation of Rights and other complex correspondence. Control damages through proper usage of cost containment tools. Meet all quality standards and expectations per Best Practices. Maintain an effective diary system and document claim file activities in accordance with established procedures. Manage file inventory to ensure timely resolution of cases. Handle files in compliance with state regulations, where applicable. Provide excellent customer service to meet the needs of the insured, agent and all other internal and external customers. Identify and refer claims with MCU exposure to the supervisor. Recognize when to refer claims to Special Investigations Unit and/or Subro Unit. Perform administrative functions such as expense accounts, time off reporting, etc. as required Perform any other duties as required. Occasional Catastrophe Duty, including other offices and states may be required. Education / Work Experience College degree or equivalent in business discipline. Previous property claim handling experience is preferred. Knowledge of construction, estimating and estimating system (Xactimate preferred) Valid driver's license Must display solid verbal and written communications skills. Hardware and software skills and abilities including computers and other similar electronic devices. Other Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently. Solid analytical skills. Excellent negotiation skills. Location: Missoula, MT Compensation: TBD Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. montana