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Claim Representative II - APD

AAA-The Auto Club Group, Jackson, MI, United States


APD Claim Representative II (Michigan) – The Auto Club Group Reports to: APD Claim Manager I

What you will do: Primary Duties & Responsibilities As an Auto Claim Representative II, you will handle moderately complex claims within Claim Handling Standards in the field or inside units. Your duties include resolving coverage questions, taking statements, and establishing clear evaluation and resolution plans for claims. You will review assigned claims, contact insured and other parties, set expectations, initiate documentation in the claim handling system, complete policy coverage analysis, identify all possible policyholder benefits, create additional sub‑claims if needed, refer complex claims to management or appropriate handlers, conduct investigations, determine applicability of state law and other factors, evaluate the financial value of the loss, approve payments, refer claims to other company units when necessary, and document and/or code the claim file for closure. For the APD claim unit, you will settle total losses, inspect vehicles, prepare damage estimates, manage Direct Repair Shops when in the DRS Examiner role, determine damage causes, establish liability, identify subrogation potential, monitor repairs, approve car rental expenses, and may handle simple APD litigation cases.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

How you will benefit Claim Representative II earns a competitive salary ranging from $59,134.30 to $69,000 annually, with potential annual bonus based on performance. Comprehensive benefits include 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

Required Qualifications Education

Completion of the ACG Claim Representative Training Program or equivalent knowledge/experience

Where an Adjuster’s license is required, eligibility to acquire the state license within 90 days of hire and maintenance thereafter

Valid driver's license if primary duties involve in‑person inspections or frequent meetings with members

Experience

One year of experience in negotiating claim settlements

Securing and evaluating evidence

Preparing manual and electronic estimates

Managing subrogation claims and identifying recovery opportunities

Resolving coverage questions

Taking statements

Establishing clear evaluation and resolution plans for claims

Knowledge and Skills

Essential Insurance Act (Michigan)

Fair Trade Practices Act as it relates to claims

Subrogation procedures and processes

Intercompany arbitration/dispute resolution

Negligence laws and statutes

No‑Fault law and reform

Collision repair techniques

Ability to

Handle claims to the line Claim Handling Standards

Follow and apply ACG Claim policies, procedures, and guidelines

Work within assigned ACG Claim systems, basic PC software

Perform basic claim file review and investigations

Communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Provide customer service, build and maintain relationships with insureds/claimants, and respond to concerns

Analyze and solve problems, make sound decisions, and prioritize claim‑related functions

Process time‑sensitive data from multiple sources

Manage time, organize, and plan workload and responsibilities

Safely operate a motor vehicle to visit repair facilities, homes, and other locations

Research, analyze, and interpret subrogation laws in various states

Travel outside the assigned territory, including overnight stays

Relocate, work evenings or weekends if required

Demonstrate strong negotiating skills

Preferred Qualifications Education

Associate degree in Business Administration, Insurance, or related field, or equivalent 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

I‑Car 2000 training

CCC training

Xactware training

Work Environment This position is currently able to work remotely from a home office for day‑to‑day operations unless occasional travel for meetings, collaboration, or team building is specified by leadership. The arrangement is subject to change based on amendments to the ACG Flex Work policy.

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

All applicants offered employment will be required to consent to a background and drug screen as per the position’s requirements.

Equal opportunity statement: 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.

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