Property Adjuster

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To handle losses and claims for property and casualty insurers.

• Examines insurance policies and other records to determine insurance coverage.
• Interviews, telephones, and/or corresponds with claimants and witnesses regarding claim.
• Consults police and hospital records and inspects property damage to determine extent of company's liability and varying methods of investigation according to type of insurance.
• Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
• Prepares report of findings and negotiates settlement with claimant.
• Recommends litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.
• Attends litigation hearings.
• Revises case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.
• Assists in preparing loss experience report to help determine profitability and calculates adequate future rates.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months. Appropriate state adjuster license is required.

None.

• Strong oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental :
Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work‑related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical :

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead.
• Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
• Must have continual use of manual dexterity.

Auditory/Visual :
Hearing, vision and talking.

For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is ($45,000 - $65,000 USD annually). A comprehensive benefits package is offered including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching
• PTO, disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account
• Other additional voluntary benefits

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.