Property Adjuster

Property Adjuster I – Erie Insurance Group

Division
:
Claims;
Field Office
:
Wisconsin Branch Office;
Work From
:
Remote.

$58,025.00 – $92,688.00 (annual). This is a national range; actual salary depends on skill, experience, and location.

Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling property claims within a designated level of authority. Responsible for servicing assigned territory and may handle litigated claims.

• Contact policyholders regarding property claims within authority level; conduct investigations, interview insureds and witnesses, inspect damage, and prepare estimates.
• Handle property claims within designated authority; set and maintain adequate reserves; review reports and records; evaluate coverage and total claim value.
• Determine payments, issue checks or decline payment as required.
• Document claim files and submit final report for closure.
• Identify subrogation situations and initiate appropriate action.
• Service assigned territory and bring claims to conclusion.
• Interact with agents and district sales managers on mutually relevant matters.
• Handle litigated claims, including negotiating with plaintiff attorneys or coordinating litigation with defense counsel.
• Develop and apply a working knowledge of estimating practices and procedures.
• Attend industry training and other sessions to stay current on policy changes or new legislation.
• Complete Technical Learning Center Training within one year of hire.
• Participate on Catastrophe Team when required.

• High School Diploma or GED and at least two years of claims handling experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to receive and complete Technical Learning Center Training.
• Preferred completion of AIC 33 and AIC 35.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses.

• Incumbent must reside within the assigned territory or be willing to relocate.
• Position may require catastrophe duty, including travel on short notice for periods exceeding two consecutive weeks.

• Technical Learning Center Training completion.
• AIC 33 and AIC 35 (preferred).
• Other required licenses as applicable.

• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ability to move over 50 lbs with lifting aid equipment (often 20-50%).
• Driving frequent (50-80%).
• Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs (often 20-50%).
• Manual keying / data entry regular usage.

Erie Insurance offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, a traditional pension plan, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, career development programs, and additional insurance and assistance plans.