Job Title
Homeowners Field Adjuster-Merced
Requisition Number
R498 Homeowners Field Adjuster-Merced (Open)
Location
California - Home Teleworkers
Additional Locations
Job Information
Essential Functions/Principal Responsibilities
- Receives task assignment and communicates and coordinates with the owning adjuster. Contacts and meets with the insured or 3rd party to photograph and inspect all damaged dwelling, other structures and personal property.
- Determines scope of repairs. Prepares a repair bid using Xactimate estimating system. Comes to an agreed cost of repair with the insured, and possibly Managed Network or insured's contractor. Follows the repair process to conclusion.
- With the assistance of experts where needed, ensures that the cause of the loss is thoroughly investigated and identified.
- Settles and pays dwelling or other structure damages once the coverage analysis is completed.
- Coordinates with owning adjusters to determine coverage, subrogation potential and salvage retention.
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Core - Customer Focus (Developing), Core - Innovation (Developing), Core - Knowing the Business (Developing), Core - Results Orientation (Developing), Core - Teamwork & Collaboration (Developing), Functional - Insurance Policy Understanding & Knowledge of Legal/Regulatory Requirements (Developing), Functional - Negotiation (Developing), Functional - Time Management (Developing), Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
- Basic math and computer skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
Preferred:
- Insurance knowledge
- Some construction knowledge
- Knowledge of and writing skills in Xactimate or other repair estimating system
Education, Work Experience, Licenses & Certifications Required:
- BA/BS or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proven customer service experience
- Valid driver's license with insurable driving record
- Ability to acquire DOI adjusting license in the states where required
Preferred:
- Homeowner claims experience
- LI-JA1