Field Auto Adjuster - Auburn, WA

Auto Claims Estimator

National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.

Job Description

Responsible for creating or auditing a comprehensive estimate of damages for 1st and 3rd party material damage claims in either the auto or specialty lines leading to the proper disposition. Responsible for training, mentoring, controlling quality and providing technical assistance on material damage claims.

National General is seeking an Auto Claims Estimator to join our Claims team. To best support the territory, ideal candidates will reside within the South King and Pierce County areas, including Auburn, Federal Way, Fife, Edgewood, Sumner, Orting, Kent, Covington, and surrounding areas.

Preferred candidates will have experience managing a variety of auto collision claims, conducting vehicle inspections, and utilizing CCC ONE or similar estimating software to prepare accurate damage estimates. If you are an experienced auto damage estimator who enjoys a blend of fieldwork, virtual claim handling, and customer service, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

Possesses strong estimating fundamentals in order to create or audit estimates of damages on 1st and 3rd party material damage losses of all severities

Possesses a deep understanding of the content of all policy types written by the company

Negotiates settlements, makes settlement payments and documents all activities in the most complex of files across multiple lines

Evaluates settlement alternatives by reviewing regulatory compliance and fair claims practices; makes decisions on best option

Builds mastered relationships with both internal and external customers across multiple lines

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have supervisory duties.

As a requirement of employment, individuals who currently hold an active insurance license must terminate all existing appointments prior to onboarding and must not hold any outside appointments at any point during employment. Applicants seeking an adjuster role who also hold a resident producer license must formally surrender that license when instructed to by the licensing team. By proceeding with the application process, applicants acknowledge and accept these licensing requirements and agree to comply.

Skills

Auto Estimating, Auto Insurance Claims, Automobile Accidents, Business Acumen, Business Management, CCC ONE, Critical Thinking, Financial Analysis, Insurance Claim Handling, Insurance Claims Investigations, Multitasking, Property Damage, Quality Management, Time Management, Vehicle Repairs

Compensation

Base compensation offered for this role is:

• Field Adjuster Cons I: $26.49 $40.99/hour
• Field Adjuster Cons II: $28.03 $43.70/hour
• Field Adjuster Sr. Cons I: $35.82 $50.24/hour

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. Total compensation for this role may include additional components, such as incentive pay (for example, commission or bonus), if applicable.