Commercial Liability Claims Specialist

Division or Field Office: Claims DivisionDepartment of Position:Northeast Claims Region Work from:Home within ERIEs FootprintSalary Range:$81, $130,218.00 *salary range is for this level and may vary based on actual level of role hired for*This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.At Erie Insurance, you're not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you're also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies.  Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia. Benefits That Go Beyond The BasicsWe strive to be Above all in Service to our customers—and to our employees. That's why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees' monthly premium costs.Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations. Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year. Position Summary Exercises independent discretion in handling complex and/or high exposure commercial liability claims and commercial litigation.This is a work from home position.Strong preference for the successful candidate to live within the state of Pennsylvania or New York, serving the Northeast Regional Commercial Liability claim team. Consideration will be given for candidates residing elsewhere within ERIE's corporate footprint. The successful candidate will primarily handle complicated and/or high exposure commercial liability claims.A company vehicle will be provided only if the successful candidate resides in Pennsylvania or New York Duties and ResponsibilitiesConducts investigations, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage, liability, and resolution strategies. Handles or assists in handling of litigated claims as directed. Makes recommendations regarding litigation as appropriate. Responds to complaints and inquiries and resolves issues. Selects and directs outside experts, and vendors. Trains and mentors less experienced staff. Completes required training.The first three duties listed are the functions identified as essential to the job. Essential functions are those job duties that must be performed in order for the job to be accomplished.This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other duties as requested by their supervisor, or as become evident. CapabilitiesValues DiversityNimble LearningSelf-DevelopmentInformation Management SkillsCollaboratesCustomer FocusJob-Specific KnowledgeCultivates InnovationOptimizes Work Processes (IC)Instills TrustEnsures AccountabilityDecision Quality Qualifications Minimum Educational RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED required. Associates or bachelors degree preferred.Additional Experience  Five years' previous claims handling experience or equivalent experience in the legal field required. Travel for training may be required.Designations and/or Licenses  Completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) program preferred. Commercial, Property, Casualty, Underwriter (CPCU) designation preferred. Appropriate license as required by state.  Valid driver's license and good driving record required. Physical RequirementsUse of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for this role.Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Occasional (