Hard-working Manager with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor/Trainer
For peers
Identified and treated life-threatening illness or injuries in high stress situations.
Senior Resolution Manager
04.2022 - Current
Litigation
Exercise proper judgment and decision making to analyze the claims exposure, to determine the proper course of action and to appropriately settle the claim
Interacts extensively with various parties involved in the claim process
Able to clearly communicate concise action plans, and present plans for moving the case to conclusion
Demonstrate knowledge of claim file process through presentation of actions and responses to client questions
Processes claims consistent with clients' and corporate policies, procedures and "best practices" and also in accordance with any statutory, regulatory and ethics requirements
Ability to comply with carrier reporting and threshold requirements
Able to recognize and pursue excess insurance recoveries
Incumbents will have the ability to handle a full case load, with proven ability to handle cases of increased severity
Claims Examiner
Sedgwick Insurance Company
04.2021 - 04.2022
Complex
Investigate, evaluate and effectively resolve complex bodily injury claims to include multiple
fractures, surgical care and fatally injured parties
Prepare and present documentation for reserve and settlement authority in excess of $100,000
Effectively communicate next actions with management and client for large exposure claims
Examine service instructions, insurance policies and other records to determine applicable
coverage
Interviews with client, claimants and witnesses via telephone and written correspondence
Notify excess insurance carriers based on service instruction protocols
Communicates timely with appropriate claim parties to maintain professional relationships
Interpret and apply coverage and liability decisions in complex auto accident claims often involving multiple parties and determining their proportionate share of such limits per the policy wording
Properly and fairly evaluate Injury claims for settlement which involves detailed review of medical records and billing to place a fair value for settlement of the claim
Negotiate the settlement until resolution is achieved to close the exposure to the liable policyholder
Achieve Allstate quality file reviews ensuring that all files are properly handled to ensure there is no financial impact directly related to all handling of each claim
Conduct productive sit-a-longs with new hires to provide my insight during their training process
Work with insureds and attorneys to resolve claims quickly
Professional empathetic connection with the customer during claim process, with positive customer feedback
Investigate moderately complex auto accidents, document a claim file with notes, evaluations and decision-making process
Time management and organizational skills by managing a low pending and cycle time lower than peers
Foster a learning environment by providing training sit a-longs with new adjusters
Leveraged prior EMS and Police training to assist peers with proper claim handling
Inside Property Claims Processor - Central Specialty Office (CSO)
Allstate specific systems – XactContents, NextGen, Mainframe
Implemented and developed an out of office backup position, which led to a full-time position in the CSO enabling customers to be serviced while their claims adjuster was out of the office, leading to an improved customer experience
Consistently achieved high results and positive feedback on customer experience surveys
Recognized by peers for collaboration and teamwork for helping with their work
Early adapter to continuous improvement management
Leveraged prior detective experience to assist peers in loss investigation
Identified process improvements that lead to efficiencies with immediate team
Detective/Police Officer
City of Windham Ohio
12.2012 - 02.2017
Patrol city, performing security check on buildings and residences
Selected to be Supervisor/Training Officer
Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills that allowed officers to go home safe
Investigated accident scenes, took pictures and issued citations as needed
Supervised new recruits while on calls
Required to observe and take appropriate action in the event of suspicious activity
Investigated suspects and witnesses
Administer CPR and Frist Aid procedures
Dispatching
Officer
Emergency Medical Technician
Evidence
03.2005 - 01.2015
Highest ranking on EMS calls
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
Skills
Strong
Microsoft Office Suite skills, Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint
Safe Work Methods
Training and Development
Supervising Employees
Complex Problem-Solving
Team Assignments
Resolving Complaints
Workflow Monitoring
Administration and Reporting
Productivity Performance
Morale Improvements
Negotiation
Mentoring
Leadership
Certification
Special Training in communicating with the public
Officer of the Year Award 2015
AED Certified
Emergency Assistance Training
Court Documentation Training
Traffic Law Enforcement Knowledge
Training in handling child abuse/neglect and sexual assault cases
Internal Information
Additional Information
Achievements/Skills/Qualifications
, 2019: North Central CSA Leadership Award (not every office has this)
2017: 2nd Quarter Leading with Purpose Award for Leadership Principle - We Win Together