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Victoria Rodriguez

Coldspring,TX

Summary

Subrogation Specialist with extensive experience in implementing effective subrogation strategies, and negotiating favorable settlements. Skilled in evaluating liability, utilizing analytics for claim data, and conducting thorough investigations. Strong communicator with a focus on maximizing recovery efforts and improving client satisfaction. Experienced Skip Tracer and Collector

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Subrogation Specialist

Second Look Inc
08.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced recovery rates by implementing effective subrogation strategies and procedures.
  • Evaluated liability determinations using critical thinking skills combined with industry knowledge, leading to accurate assessments of fault distribution.
  • Participated in cross-functional team meetings to share insights and collaborate on strategies for maximizing recovery efforts.
  • Utilized analytics tools to evaluate claim data patterns for better identification of potential subrogation targets.
  • Streamlined case management for improved efficiency and faster claim resolutions.
  • Negotiated settlements with responsible parties, securing favorable outcomes for clients.
  • Setting up monthly Payment Plans
  • Initiating Installment agreements, Conditional Releases,
  • Skip Tracing, Assets Checks, Property Ownership searches
  • Conducted thorough investigations to identify subrogation opportunities and gather supporting evidence.
  • Managed a high-volume caseload while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Reviewed policy documents to determine coverage applicability in various subrogation scenarios.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case status and addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Leveraged negotiation skills to secure favorable settlements from third-party insurers, maximizing recovery amounts.
  • Established productive relationships with external partners such as attorneys, expert witnesses, and insurance adjusters. Contacted Courts, Probation Officers and Employers if Applicable
  • Worked with claims adjusters and examiners to expedite processing in alignment with procedures.
  • Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
  • Read over insurance policies to ascertain levels of coverage and determine whether claims would receive approvals or denials.
  • Conducted day-to-day administrative tasks to maintain information files and process paperwork.
  • Prepared State Driver's License Suspension and Registration documents to send to State DMV Offices for Non compliance
  • Closed out claims with no chance of recovery
  • gathered information to send to arbitration if it was necessary
  • Entered Claims via EHub/Arbitration Forums
  • Running Metros for Copies of Police Reports
  • Running Tag and VIN searched via LexisNexis

Administrative Assistant

Calvary Christian Academy
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Supported recruitment processes, scheduling interviews and communicating with applicants to improve hiring timelines.
  • Improved document processing speed by introducing automated templates for routine correspondence.
  • Entered Student Grades into our System, Composed School Transcripts, Organized and Printed all Progress Reports and Report Cards

Owner and Manager

Vicki's Resale Shop
01.2012 - 09.2019
  • Managed the day to day operations of the Store, including financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.

General Manager

Fast Cash Payday Loans
10.2008 - 10.2011
  • Managed Day to day office, hiring and termination of empoyment
  • Processing Payday Loans to customers including running credit reports, initiating liens on Automobile titles, Skip Tracing, Repossessions of vehicles from default customers.
  • Daily money Management, including balancing petty cash and daily deposits

Subrogation Specialist / Skip Tracer

Mabry & Mabry
10.2006 - 08.2008

Enhanced recovery rates by implementing effective subrogation strategies and procedures.

  • Evaluated liability determinations using critical thinking skills combined with industry knowledge, leading to accurate assessments of fault.
  • Participated in cross-functional team meetings to share insights and collaborate on strategies for maximizing recovery efforts.
  • Streamlined case management for improved efficiency and faster claim resolutions.
  • Negotiated settlements with responsible parties, securing favorable outcomes for clients.
  • Setting up monthly Payment Plans
  • Initiating Installment agreements, Conditional Releases,
  • Skip Tracing, Assets Checks, Property Ownership searches
  • Requested Copies of Police Reports and Court Documents
  • Conducted thorough investigations to identify subrogation opportunities and gather supporting evidence.
  • Managed a high-volume caseload while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Reviewed policy documents to determine coverage applicability in various subrogation scenarios.
  • Leveraged negotiation skills to secure favorable settlements from third-party insurers, maximizing recovery amounts.
  • Established productive relationships with external partners such as attorneys, expert witnesses, and insurance adjusters, police depts, Courts and probation officers.
  • Worked with claims adjusters and examiners to expedite processing in alignment with procedures.
  • Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
  • Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records.
  • Read over insurance policies to ascertain levels of coverage and determine whether claims would receive approvals or denials.
  • Conducted day-to-day administrative tasks to maintain information files and process paperwork.
  • Prepared State Driver's License Suspension and Registration documents to send to State DMV Offices for Non compliance
  • Closed out claims with no chance of recovery
  • Gathered information to send to Arbitration if it was necessary

Subrogation Specialist / Skip Tracer

Superior Recovery Service
04.2000 - 09.2006

Enhanced recovery rates by implementing effective subrogation strategies and procedures.

  • Evaluated liability determinations using critical thinking skills combined with industry knowledge, leading to accurate assessments claims
  • Participated in cross-functional team meetings to share insights and collaborate on strategies for maximizing recovery efforts.
  • Streamlined case management for improved efficiency and faster claim resolutions.
  • Negotiated settlements with responsible parties, securing favorable outcomes for clients.
  • Setting up monthly Payment Plans
  • Initiating Installment agreements, Conditional Releases,
  • Skip Tracing, Assets Checks, Property Ownership searches
  • Requested Copies of Police Reports and Court Documents
  • Conducted thorough investigations to identify subrogation opportunities and gather supporting evidence.
  • Managed a high-volume caseload while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Leveraged negotiation skills to secure favorable settlements from third-party insurers, maximizing recovery amounts.
  • Established productive relationships with external partners such as attorneys, expert witnesses, and insurance adjusters.
  • Worked with claims adjusters and examiners to expedite processing in alignment with procedures.
  • Followed up with customers on unresolved issues and regular updates on case status and addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
  • Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records.
  • Read over insurance policies to ascertain levels of coverage and determine whether claims would receive approvals or denials.
  • Conducted day-to-day administrative tasks to maintain information files and process paperwork.
  • Prepared State Driver's License Suspension and Registration documents to send to State DMV Offices for Non compliance
  • Closed out claims with no chance of recovery
  • Gathered information to send to Arbitration if it was necessary

Education

No Degree - Business

Eastfield Community College
Mesquite, TX

High School Diploma -

Gatewood Baptist School
Garland, TX
05-1982

Skills

  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Subrogation process expertise
  • Effective communication abilities
  • Claims Investigation, Attention to Detail, Attention to Policy information
  • Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking and Decision-making and Problem solving skills
  • Computer Skills, Including Microsoft office, Outlook, Excel, Chameleon, and Salesforce, Simplicity, Arbitration Forums, Metropolitan Reporting, Vinelink, Melissa data, FMCSA, D7B etc
  • Organizational Skills
  • Active Listening and Effective Communication
  • Workload prioritization, Case, Time and File Management
  • Claims Processing and Issuing Demands
  • Professionalism with Inbound and Outbound calls
  • Payment Processing
  • Case Evaluation

Timeline

Subrogation Specialist

Second Look Inc
08.2023 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Calvary Christian Academy
06.2022 - 10.2023

Owner and Manager

Vicki's Resale Shop
01.2012 - 09.2019

General Manager

Fast Cash Payday Loans
10.2008 - 10.2011

Subrogation Specialist / Skip Tracer

Mabry & Mabry
10.2006 - 08.2008

Subrogation Specialist / Skip Tracer

Superior Recovery Service
04.2000 - 09.2006

No Degree - Business

Eastfield Community College

High School Diploma -

Gatewood Baptist School
Victoria Rodriguez