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SIU FIELD INVESTIGATOR

Job Field: Legal Jobs
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary: $Not stated
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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>SIU Field InvestigatorLocation: US-CA-San JoseJob ID: 7656Posted Date: 10/9/2012 Apply for this job:Your application choices are:* Apply for this jobonline* Refer a friend to this jobMore information about this job:Summary:Summary:Conducts thorough field investigations and analyzes evidence to determine whether or not fraud has occurred. Defends the company against fraudulent claims and activity, and acts as a technical expert providing investigative expertise and assistance both on an individual and team basis.***This position will encompass the San Francisco Bay area as well as the Central Valley.Job Responsibilities:&bull;Investigates special investigation unit claims to include:uninsured motorist property damage exposures, disputed cancellations, disputed policy in-force, thefts, burned vehicles, single/multiple party losses, questionable damage claims, low-impact losses, loss operating expense claims, prior losses, questionable referrals, first/third party injuries, pre-text claims, provider investigations, complex multi-carriers task force investigations and nation crime information center status.&bull;Analyzes results of investigations to determine course of action; documents activities of injury and material damage claims handling practices.&bull;Conducts in-person interviews and obtains detailed in-person recorded statements from all involved parties.&bull;Requests, prepares, documents, conducts examinations under oath and/or sworn statements including those involving attorney representation.&bull;Conducts thorough searches using insurance investigative databases, internal resources such as Intellishare, internet resources, and public records to locate parties and collect evidence to determine if potential fraud exists.&bull;Obtains, evaluates and summarizes law enforcement reports, credit reports, medical documentation and affidavits in relation to loss including documentation from required parties in accordance to state and federal regulations.&bull;Reviews and interprets medical records, reports, and billing in relation to injury loss investigations.&bull;Renders opinions on investigative findings through written reports and recommends whether to take further actions.&bull;Completes vehicle inspections and obtains fluid samples to investigate alleged damages in relationship to loss.&bull;Conducts clinic inspections (state specific) and neighborhood canvases and on-scenes to include diagrams, measurements and/or light sequence.&bull;Analyzes vehicle photos to investigate alleged damages in relationship to loss.&bull;Testifies at depositions, hearings and trials.&bull;Develops and maintains a rapport with local information networks to include law enforcement, vendors and industry experts.&bull;May conduct branch training.Qualifications:&bull;Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, able to work well under deadlines in a changing environment and perform multiple tasks effectively and concurrently.&bull;Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with both internal and external customers.&bull;Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure and within a collaborative team oriented environment using sound judgment in decision-making.&bull;Excellent communication skills both oral and written with strong analytical skills to effectively investigate suspected insurance fraud&bull;Excellent customer service and solid negotiation skills.&bull;Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and claims related software programs.&bull;Demonstrated knowledge of coverage, policy interpretation, exposure recognition and liability determination to analyze and move investigations forward.&bull;Understands and able to interpret property damage and bodily injury claims terminologies and processes.&bull;Must be able to travel daily within assigned geographical areas.Experience / Education:&bull;Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, a related field, and/or equivalent

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