Pre-SIU Adjuster
Aspire General Insurance Company and its affiliated general agent, Aspire General Insurance Services, are on a mission to deliver affordable specialty auto coverage to drivers without compromising outstanding service.
Our company values can best be described with ABLE: to always do the right thing, be yourself, learn and evolve, and execute. Join our team where every individual takes pride in driving their role for shared success.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Pre-SIU Supervisor, the Pre-SIU Adjuster is responsible for conducting the initial investigation of automobile claims involving perils with a high propensity for fraud. These include fire, theft, vandalism, hit while parked, catalytic converter theft, and other suspicious loss types. The Adjuster identifies potential fraud indicators, ensures timely and well-documented investigations, and refers appropriate cases to the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) for further handling. This role is structured as a career development path into a full SIU Investigator position.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs tasks such as:
- Social media investigations.
- ISO and TransUnion database searches.
- Vehicle locator searches. d. Vehicle history reports.
- Obtain phone records.
- Credit checks.
- Background checks.
- Other tasks as needed.
Investigate, evaluate, and resolve automobile claims related to:
- Theft
- Fire/Arson
- Hit while parked
- Catalytic converter theft
- Sandstorm damage
- Vandalism
- Water/Flood Damage
- Vermin/Rodent Claims
Identify potential fraudulent claims, including:
- Suspicious vandalism claims.
- Suspicious vehicle theft claims.
- Suspicious fire losses.
- Suspicious injury claims.
- Suspicious hit while parked claims
- Any other suspicious claims.
- Document investigations and findings.
- Ensure ongoing adjudication of claims within company standards, industry best practices, and all state and federal regulations.
- Comply with state and federal laws, Department of Insurance criteria, insurance carrier criteria, and follow company policies, procedures, and work rules.
- Produce grammatically correct and clearly written correspondence including letters, memos, reports, and claim file documentation.
- Maintain regular and predictable punctuality and attendance.
- Attend fraud-related presentations/seminars/meetings and inform company management of important information learned at these events.
- Perform other duties as necessary.