Field Adjuster

Field Adjuster - Central New Jersey Territory

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Heritage Insurance is part of Heritage Companies , a growing family of insurance companies with a shared commitment to protecting the communities we serve. As a super-regional coastal property & casualty insurer , we understand the unique challenges faced by homeowners and businesses in coastal markets-and we're proud to be there when our policyholders need us most.

We believe great insurance starts with great people. Our culture is collaborative, customer-focused, and built around doing the right thing for our policyholders and each other. We offer excellent benefits, competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive team environment where your expertise is valued.

We are looking for an experienced Field Adjuster to join our team supporting the Central New Jersey territory , with a primary focus on areas including Trenton, New Brunswick, Edison, and Princeton .

About the Role

As a Field Adjuster, you'll be responsible for handling moderate-complexity, first-party property claims that require on-site inspections and hands-on expertise. You'll investigate losses, assess damage, prepare estimates, evaluate coverage, and negotiate fair and appropriate settlements.

This is a territory-based, fully remote position . You will work primarily from your home and travel throughout your assigned territory to conduct inspections and meet with policyholders, contractors, public adjusters, attorneys, vendors, and other professionals. This position does not report to or require regular work from a Heritage office.

This is a highly visible, field-facing role. You'll interact directly with customers and industry professionals-often helping people navigate the claims process during some of the most stressful moments in their lives.

The ideal candidate brings strong property claims experience, sound technical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently while remaining a trusted representative of Heritage.

What You'll Do

• Conduct thorough on-site property inspections , including accurate scoping, photography, documentation, and preparation of written or computer-assisted estimates.
• Investigate and evaluate first-party property claims to determine coverage, damages, and claim exposure .
• Review policies, leases, contracts, by-laws, and other documentation to evaluate claim validity and coverage.
• Communicate professionally, clearly, and empathetically with policyholders, public adjusters, contractors, attorneys, vendors, and internal partners.
• Use industry-standard claims estimating tools and technology to prepare, review, and validate estimates.
• Partner with internal specialists, including Subrogation and Fire/Fraud Investigations , when appropriate.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely claim documentation and activity notes in accordance with company standards.
• Establish and maintain appropriate claim reserves, updating them as new information becomes available.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and professional claim correspondence, including Reservation of Rights and denial letters.
• Negotiate settlements within established authority levels and appropriately escalate complex or high-exposure matters.
• Represent Heritage in legal and alternative dispute resolution proceedings, including depositions, Examinations Under Oath (EUOs), mediations, and trials , as needed.
• Stay informed about construction practices, repair methodologies, local labor and material costs, and market conditions.
• Respond promptly and professionally to questions from policyholders, customers, and internal business partners.
• Identify and report safety, regulatory, or compliance concerns.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory, with occasional travel outside the region.
• Participate in catastrophe (CAT) and surge operations , which may require extended hours, overnight travel, and temporary reassignment.
• Comply with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• New Jersey adjuster licensing must be obtained and maintained, along with any other licenses required to handle claims within the assigned territory.
• Minimum 5 years of property claims experience , including field adjusting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and claims management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to independently investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve property claims.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities.
• A customer-first mindset and the professionalism to remain calm and empathetic in high-pressure or emotionally challenging situations.
• Ability to work independently while effectively managing a remote, mobile, field-based schedule.
• Ability to climb, kneel, crawl, and lift up to 30 pounds unassisted .
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned Central New Jersey territory, with occasional travel outside the region.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment drug testing and health screening .

Why Join Heritage?

At Heritage, we know our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to creating a workplace where talented professionals can do meaningful work, develop their expertise, and build long-term careers.

When you join Heritage Companies, you can expect:

• Excellent benefits and a comprehensive total rewards package.
• Competitive compensation that recognizes your experience and expertise.
• A great company culture built on collaboration, accountability, and respect.
• Opportunities to grow your career within a super-regional coastal P&C insurance organization .
• The opportunity to make a direct impact on customers and communities when they need us most.
• A team that values expertise, integrity, and doing the right thing .
• The flexibility and independence of a fully remote, territory-based role , backed by the support of a strong claims organization.

If you're an experienced property claims professional who enjoys being in the field, solving complex problems, and helping customers through challenging situations, we'd love to hear from you.

Additional Information

All employees must successfully complete a pre-employment background check. Depending on the position and job responsibilities, additional screening may be required, including driving history and/or credit history checks.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to assign, modify, or reassign duties and responsibilities as business needs require.

Heritage Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on any characteristic protected by applicable law.