Michigan Claim Customer Service Representative

Job Type:

Full timeHourly

Job Description:

 

Location Details:

Hybrid – Dearborn, Michigan

Eligible candidates must reside within a fifty-mile radius of Dearborn, Michigan for consideration.

Position Schedule / Shift:

Monday – Friday:

8:00 AM EST – 5:00 PM EST

8:30 AM EST - 5:30 PM EST

9:00 AM EST - 6:00 PM EST

The hours of operation for the Claims Service Center are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM EST - 6:00 PM EST. A shift bid takes place annually based on performance to determine employee's allotted schedule.

Position Summary:

As a Michigan Claim Customer Service Representative, you will serve as the first point of contact for members reporting losses, guiding them through the claims process with professionalism, empathy, and efficiency. In this fast-paced call center environment, you will handle claim inquiries, initiate claim services, and resolve low-complexity, one-touch claims by interpreting coverage, authorizing services, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with company policies and state regulations. This role combines strong customer service, critical thinking, and claims handling expertise to deliver seamless support and timely claim resolution while promoting a positive member experience.

Attendance is mandatory during the initial 90-day training and probationary period for this position. New hires are expected to be present for all scheduled training sessions. Absences, tardiness, or early departures during this period may impact continued employment. Candidates should ensure they are able to meet these attendance expectations before applying for consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for taking first notice of loss
• Handling claims inquiries
• Identifies non-complex claims for one-touch claim adjudication upon intake
• Determines the type and extent of loss and ensures the claim is consistent with all reported facts
• Reviews necessary legal and police/fire reports to process claims as necessary
• Interprets policy language and applies coverage to authorize or deny claims
• Initiates services, authorizes, and resolves issues related to services such as car rental and vehicle repairs and non-complex homeowner claims (e.g. food spoilage)
• Initiates and creates payments
• Settles or recommends settlement value of claims within specified limits
• Identifies additional claim exposures and creates sub-claims as necessary
• Refers files for investigation as warranted
• Informs insured of coverage decision on claims within defined scope
• Responds to claimant inquiries and explains payments
• Documents claim files
• Reviews the status of open and closed reserves and makes adjustments consistent with exposures
• Identifies claims for salvage and subrogation potential in accordance with company policy
• Closes claims in a timely manner
• Ensures compliance with state regulations
• Completes first notice of loss (FNOL) for all policy products and handles inbound claim inquiries received via phone, the ACG website and other sources
• Provides basic information to members regarding claims procedures in accordance with Customer Interaction Model
• Promotes customer satisfaction and provides seamless service to ensure customer service goals and standards are met
• Navigates through various sources of information and claim processing systems (E.g., FACTS, CPS, Point of Sale, IPM insurance systems, Intranet/Internet, manuals and call center models)

Qualifications:

Required

Education:

• Completion of AAA approved call center training program, appropriate level ACG Claim Representative Training program and ongoing training and certification for the position
• Must be eligible to acquire and maintain a state adjuster’s license for appropriate state(s).

Experience:

• Processing FNOL information and handling claim inquiries utilizing PCs and software packages (e.g. ACG claim systems, Microsoft Word, Excel)
• Reading and comprehending various Customer Care service tools (manuals, work models, etc.)
• Performing mathematical calculations including adding, subtracting, percentages, etc.
• Analyzing and resolving problems

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of:

• Claim processing policy and procedures
• General claim processing functions
• Claim processing systems
• Telephone etiquette

 

Ability to:

Provide a high level of customer service in a professional call center environment using the following skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated through work experience, participation in extra-curricular activities and/or community involvement
• Strong communication skills required in understanding customers’ concerns and to provide high-quality customer service as demonstrated through the effective use of the customer care call center model
• Excellent verbal communication skills service
• Strong written communications skills (example may be required at time of interview) needed to respond in a professional manner to members/customers inquiries
• Effective listening skills

 

Ability to learn and apply claim handling skills, including:

• Policy analysis and coverage application
• Claim payment coding, issuance, and exception handling
• Proactive customer contact and issue resolution
• Car rental coverage knowledge
• Claims related policies and procedures
• Auto and home repair estimate basics and compliance review
• State compliance requirements
• Subrogation identification and referral (e.g. MI liability basics regarding uninsured motorists)
• Understand insurance fraud scenarios and recognize potential fraud indicators
• Issue written correspondence
• Prioritize claims-related functions

 

Successfully complete at least one of the following within 9 months of hire:

• AAA general claim policy training
• Policy, negligence and no-fault training
• Proactively contact and effectively interact with the public and business partners through outbound communication
• Work independently
• Communicate effectively over the telephone
• Work under pressure
• Record and maintain information accurately and in a timely fashion
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Sit for the majority of the workday
• Willingness and ability to work irregular shifts, including weekends and holidays.

 

Preferred

Education:

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration or a related field, or the equivalent in related work experience.
• Completion of (IIA) Insurance Institute of America or other insurance coursework.

Experience to include:

• A claim related field such as insurance, automotive, medical or legal services
• A call center environment
• Utilizing ACG automated systems
• Investigating and resolving claims related problems
• Handling claims or claims support tasks such as processing glass claims, car rentals, invoice payments, etc.

Knowledge of:

• ACG insurance processes and procedures
• Auto and home repair basics and cost estimating
• State insurance laws
• Regulatory compliance requirements
• Property and casualty insurance policy language and provisions
• Claims quality service standards
• Liability, negligence, No-Fault principles and subrogation

Work Environment:

This position is currently available on a hybrid basis only. Employees will work remotely from a home office location for most day-to-day operations with in- office reporting and travel for duties, meetings, collaborative activities, or team building activities specified by leadership. This reporting status is subject to change based on amendments and/or modifications to the ACG Flex Work policy.

Compensation & Benefits Overview:

ACG complies with all applicable state and local laws regarding required benefits (including PTO, paid sick leave, etc.).

Compensation

A Michigan Claim Customer Service Representative earns a competitive hourly salary of $19.00 - $22.00 along with the opportunity for an annual company bonus incentive.

 

Benefits

 

At ACG, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth.

 

Health & Wellness

 

• Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services).

Financial Protection & Insurance

 

• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• Optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.
  

Retirement & Savings

 

• 401(k) plan to support long-term financial goals. 3% automatic deferral upon eligibility; may contribute 1% to 50% of eligible earnings, either pre or post tax. Company match of 50% paid on employee contributions up to 6% of pay, payable to employees following the end of the year; immediate vesting. Additional company contribution of 4% of pay each pay day into your account; 100% vested after three (3) years of service.

 

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options.
  

Time Off & Leave

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual-based, increases with tenure, eligible at 90 days of employment. Full-time new employees will receive up to 12 PTO days annually; accrual based on start date and may include additional PTO based on role and/or state & local requirements. Part-time employee PTO hours are calculated based upon the standard weekly hours the employee is scheduled to work and will accrue at a minimum of 3 hours per month.

• Paid Holidays: Full-time employees are eligible for 10 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day, 2 floating holidays and 1 volunteer day. Holidays vary by business unit schedules. Part-time employees are eligible for 8 company-paid holidays annually, in addition to 1 mental health day and 2 floating holidays. Holidays vary by business unit schedules.

• Paid leave programs, including parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.

Career Growth & Education

• Tuition assistance (up to $5,250 annually; 80% covered by ACG).
• Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

Additional Perks

• Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts.
• Adoption assistance program. 

Job Posting Period:

This position is expected to remain posted through October 9, 2026; however, it may close at any time once a qualified candidate pool is identified.

Who We Are

Become a part of something bigger.

The Auto Club Group (ACG) provides membership, travel, insurance, and financial service offerings to approximately 14+ million members and customers across 14 states and 2 U.S. territories through AAA, Meemic, and Fremont brands. ACG belongs to the national AAA federation and is the second largest AAA club in North America.

By continuing to invest in more advanced technology, pursuing innovative products, and hiring a highly skilled workforce, AAA continues to build upon its heritage of providing quality service and helping our members enjoy life’s journey through insurance, travel, financial services, and roadside assistance.

And when you join our team, one of the first things you’ll notice is that same, whole-hearted, enthusiastic advocacy for each other.

We have positions available for every walk of life! AAA prides itself on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, realizing our differences make us stronger.

To learn more about AAA The Auto Club Group visit www.aaa.com

Important Note:

ACG’s Compensation philosophy is to provide a market-competitive structure of fair, equitable and performance-based pay to attract and retain excellent talent that will enable ACG to meet its short and long-term goals. ACG utilizes a geographic pay differential as part of the base salary compensation program. Pay ranges outlined in this posting are based on the various ranges within the geographic areas which ACG operates. Salary at time of offer is determined based on these and other factors as associated with the job and job level.  

The above statements describe the principal and essential functions, but not all functions that may be inherent in the job.  This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements.

The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job.

AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. Every applicant offered employment within The Auto Club Group will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the requirements of the position.