Who We Are:

Swift Transportation has been an Industry leader for many years with a profound history dating back to the 1960s. Swift is the largest truckload carrier in America with various locations throughout the nation that allow our drivers, shop employees, and office staff to cultivate strong connections. We are a company that is passionate about continual learning and improvement which in turn, allows for a diverse amount of advancement and growth opportunities. We place a strong emphasis on culture because we strongly believe that it is a key contributor in achieving overall results here at Swift.

Job Responsibilities: What you will do

The management of bodily injury claim files, both with and without attorney representation, including investigation, evaluation, and settlement of assigned claims. This position will handle DOT claims, pre-suit bodily injury claims, and lawsuits serving as a technical resource to team members for complex claim matters. Incumbents have up to $100,000 reserve authority; $75,000 settlement authority and $50,000 payment authority.

• Responsible for the investigation, liability determination, negotiation, financial analysis and settlement of claims.
• Lead and direct external parties (attorneys, investigators, vendors) when necessary to bring about the successful settlement of claims.
• Communicate with internal/external parties (insurance Companies/plaintiff/attorney/adjusters/witness/law enforcement, etc.) to bring about the successful settlement of claims.
• Prepare for and advocate at depositions, trials and mediations for the Company.
• Collaborate regularly with defense counsel to strategize and formulate plans for defense.
• Responsible for following claims department processes and procedures (diary/reserving/coding /contact) in an effort to bring about the appropriate settlement of claims.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 5+ years' complex claims experience required.
• Claims experience in transportation industry required.
• Must possess excellent investigative skills with the ability to achieve optimal conflict resolutions.
• Must possess excellent negotiation skills and be able to appropriately influence and persuade others.
• Must be able to analyze complex situations.
• Must possess excellent fact finding skills with ability to gather detailed information.
• Must be able to effectively manage multiple demands.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team environment.
• Bachelors' degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Maintain state licensing where required.
• Successful completion of claims certification schools/classes such as AIC, AEI, ARM, CPCU preferred.

Pay Range: $81,800.00 - $117,400.00 Annual

What we offer:

Our Benefits Package includes 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance as well as pet insurance. We also offer an Employee Stock Purchase plan, paid training, wellness programs, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance Programs (subject to change), Military Leave, and discounts with our vendors.

Volunteer opportunities to support our local communities- We have an adoration for helping others which is why we have worked hard to establish partnerships with organizations such as Children's Miracle Network and Habitat for Humanity that allow us to give back.

Training, Development & Growth Opportunities - Our success at Swift is driven by our people! Our goal is to provide a supportive environment that promotes growth and advancement. We invest the time to ensure our employees receive the best training, along with all the tools and resources to thrive.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - A diverse workforce allows us to achieve a dynamic business advantage where we can openly collaborate, thus bringing new ideas to the table that contribute to innovative and effective solutions. Everyone at Swift has a voice and your opinion matters.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.