Independent Property Field Adjuster

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Conduct thorough investigations and assessments of daily property claims on behalf of clients.

• Efficiently manage assigned claims with minimal supervision and in a timely manner.

• Make decisions regarding claims within the authority granted and in accordance with company and carrier policies.

• Interpret policy coverages and implement the appropriate claims practices.

• Set and communicate reserves in accordance with carrier expectations.

• Stay updated on insurance policies, guidelines, and industry standards.

• Utilize knowledge of local construction methods, pricing, and repair standards.

• Prepare and submit additional reports, including severe incident reports and ITV reports, as necessary.

• Deliver excellent customer service to insured clients and stakeholders.

• Uphold professional conduct throughout all assignments.

• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferred.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in handling property claims is required.

• At least 2 years of experience with Xactimate and Symbility estimating software is necessary.

• Strong understanding of insurance policies, practices, and procedures is essential.

• General knowledge of construction is highly preferred.

• Must operate independently without company control or direction to qualify as a 1099 contractor under the ABC test.

• Work must be conducted outside the usual course of the company’s business to qualify as a 1099 contractor under the ABC test.

• Must be consistently engaged in an independently established trade or business to qualify as a 1099 contractor under the ABC test.

• Responsible for managing own taxes, insurance, and business expenses.

🏝️ Benefits

• Per-file commissions.

• 1099 independent contractor arrangement.

• Opportunity to provide services to other clients or entities, subject to applicable confidentiality or non-compete agreements.

• Contractors have control over the manner, timing, and method of completing work, in line with client expectations.