Habitability Claims Specialist

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies

Habitability Claims Adjuster managing litigated California claims for Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance. Evaluating coverage, liability, damages, reserves, and settlements through resolution.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeArizona, California, Illinois, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing litigated California habitability claims, including evaluating coverage, liability, and damages, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with defense counsel and other stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigated California Habitability Claims ManagementCoverage Evaluation and Liability AnalysisNegotiation of SettlementsActive Adjuster LicenseCalifornia Landlord-Tenant Litigation Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Claims ManagementLiability AnalysisDocumentation EvaluationSettlement NegotiationClaims Strategy DevelopmentIndemnity Payment IssuanceExpert Report AnalysisMedical Record EvaluationInspection Findings ReviewReserves Establishment

Soft Skills

Strong Organization SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Adjuster License

Industry Keywords

California Habitability ClaimsGeneral Liability ClaimsCasualty ClaimsLitigation PracticesRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate and manage litigated California habitability claims from assignment through resolution
Analyze coverage, liability and damages exposure and determine appropriate claim strategies
Evaluate documentation, expert reports, inspection findings, medical records, and other evidence
Establish and maintain reserves based on claim exposure and litigation developments
Negotiate settlements within authority and make recommendations on higher-exposure claims
Partner with defense counsel, experts, and other vendors to develop litigation strategies and drive claim resolution
Conduct interviews with insureds, claimants, witnesses, and other involved parties
Maintain accurate claim documentation and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements
Issue indemnity and expense payments as appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3 years of experience handling litigated California habitability claims
Experience managing complex general liability or casualty claims
Knowledge of California landlord-tenant and habitability litigation practices
Demonstrated ability to evaluate coverage, liability, and damages
Strong organization, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Experience working with defense counsel and litigated claims files
Candidates must hold an active adjuster license or be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required state licenses
Juris Doctor (JD) preferred, or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent claims experience considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in-office
Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
Competitive pay
Generous PTO
Medical, dental & vision starting day one
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Longevity bonuses
Company support for the licensing process, including training and compliance with ongoing continuing education requirements