Reference #: R4155 Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities.

Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.

We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.

Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.

What you'll do: As the Risk Management Claims Advisor, you will investigate personal and real property damage claims asserted by customers and property owners. Your investigations may include, amongst other actions, site visits, inspecting property damages, securing evidence, preparing claims reports, reviewing internal documentation and system information, and locating and interviewing witnesses. Additionally, you will assist and support managing Worker Compensation claims and other misc. claims that may arise. As a member of the Essential Risk team, you will also have opportunities to work on Insurance, ERM and Emergency Management related activities.

Additional Duties Prepare claims documentation necessary to defend the Company, including, but not limited to, taking, or obtaining, photographs of incidents and sites, procuring third-party tests, as required, communication with construction companies performing work on the Company's behalf, and arranging subject matter expert input. Track claims in internal systems, provide updates on claims investigations internally and externally, prepare claim response letters for approvals or denials, coordinate check reimbursements to claimants. Using Company established guidelines, evaluate damage claims, recommend reasonable settlement offers and where applicable, negotiate settlement terms with claimants. Assist in the legal department's defense of civil complaints, regulatory complaints, and disputes, including possible trial preparation, location and preparation of witnesses and discovery activities. Using knowledge gained during investigation; recommend changes in Company operating guides, practices, and procedures to minimize risk of future damage claims.

Communicate cross functionally regarding claims issues and needs as well as externally to customers, vendors, and contractors. Are you an Insurance & Risk Management subject matter expert that would like to take your career to the next level? Let's Talk!

What you'll love: The chance to put you claims expertise to the test! You'll love being hands on in building processes for the organization. If you are looking to grow in the Insurance & Risk Management field this role offers the chance to work with all groups and get experience with various levels of complexity. Looking for an individual contributor role where you can make difference and realize the impact of your actions? Let's talk!

What you'll bring: A bachelor's degree in business or risk Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. A professional designation, (i.e., ARM, CRM, etc.) is a plus. A minimum of five years risk management, claim administration, gas industry and/or insurance program administration experience and technical abilities. The ability to serve in a risk advisory and collaborative capacity for internal and external stakeholders to strategize and develop risk management and loss prevention solutions that optimize operations, minimize costs, and reduced exposure frequency and severity.

Essential Utilities, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmat ve Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Essential Utilities is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1-877-271-9012). To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to: Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship Family members cannot work in the same department.

Aqua America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.  Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.