What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agent, Railway Investigations position at Norfolk Southern?
Requisition 37635: B3 - Agent, Railway Investigations
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Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Investigates, evaluates, and settles casualty matters brought against Norfolk Southern for incidents involving property damage, personal injury, or death arising from company operations.
Principal Duties
Minimum Level: 1-3 years
Preferred Level: 2-5 years with relevant field operations or claims experience
Education
Preferred Level: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Majors: None listed
Licenses / Certifications
Required: None listed
Preferred: None listed
Technical Skills
None listed
Skills And Abilities
Predecessor Jobs: None listed
Future Jobs: District Manager, Railway Investigations, Sr. District Manager, Railway Investigations, Regional Manager Claims
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
A resume helps you stand out to hiring managers and recruiters; your resume communicates your experience and your brand. While it is not required, we encourage you to include an up-to-date resume along with a job application to give you the best opportunity to be considered. A complete resume helps us to better understand your unique background, relevant experiences, and passions. We look forward to learning about you.
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Investigates, evaluates, and settles casualty matters brought against Norfolk Southern for incidents involving property damage, personal injury, or death arising from company operations.
Principal Duties
- Investigates and preserves relevant facts concerning claims against or by Norfolk Southern for death or injury to persons, or damage to property, arising out of company activities within assigned territory.
- Evaluates, controls, and negotiates fair and reasonable settlements of claims and lawsuits as may be assigned to incumbent.
- Assists trial counsel in defending the Company's interests in the event of litigation.
- Outdoor/Field work consisting of physical tasks including but not limited to mounting/dismounting equipment and walking long distances on uneven surfaces.
Minimum Level: 1-3 years
Preferred Level: 2-5 years with relevant field operations or claims experience
Education
Preferred Level: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Majors: None listed
Licenses / Certifications
Required: None listed
Preferred: None listed
Technical Skills
None listed
Skills And Abilities
- Communication Skills
- Persuading Others
- Planning and Organizing
- Time Management
- Prioritizing Work Demands
Predecessor Jobs: None listed
Future Jobs: District Manager, Railway Investigations, Sr. District Manager, Railway Investigations, Regional Manager Claims
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
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