Senior Property Field Adjuster

Property Claim ManagerYou will work in the field and report to the Property Claim Manager and handle homeowner property field claims typically within the McDonough area. You must be located within this area. A company fleet vehicle is provided with the position and there's an option to use the vehicle for personal use.Position Compensation Range: $69,000.00 - $115,000.00Pay Rate Type: SalaryCompensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.Primary AccountabilitiesInvestigates origin and cause of claims by contacting the appropriate parties including insureds, claimants, agents, attorneys, contractors, experts, special investigation unit, other adjusters, public personnel, etc.Identifies complex issues and seeks assistance as needed. Handles claims on a good faith basis.Handles both 1st party and 3rd party claims under multiple policy types and numerous endorsements.Conducts on-site inspections when needed, evaluates damages and handles claim negotiations with insureds, claimants, attorneys, public adjusters.Responds to customer inquiries, makes appropriate decisions, and closes file as needed.Interprets and determines policies, leases, by-laws, declarations, articles, and contract coverages and applies to all parties for assigned losses.Makes independent decisions and self-supervises most files and recognizes when assistance is needed.Proactively provides all parties with claim process and status as appropriate; answers questions or redirects to other areas.Serves as a mentor and subject matter expert for less experienced adjusters.May be required to complete other assignments, job duties, or participate in projects based upon skills, achievements, or experienceSpecialized Knowledge & Skills RequirementsDemonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service.Demonstrated experience handling 1st and 3rd party, multi-line claims.Demonstrated experience handling simple to moderately complex.Extensive knowledge and understanding of policies and endorsements.Extensive knowledge of each phase of the claim handling process.Xactimate estimate writing experience is required.Field property claims adjusting experience is required.LicensesValid driver's license required plus an acceptable driving record.Obtain state specific property casualty claims licensing as required.Travel RequirementsUp to 50%.Catastrophe travel up to 75% as applicable.Physical RequirementsAscending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. This position may require employees to visit areas that have a higher hazard than a typical office such as customer homes, body shops, or other locations.Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.Working ConditionsLow temperatures.High temperatures.Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.Noisy environments.Hazardous conditions.Poor ventilation.Small and/or enclosed spaces.