Property Adjuster I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Reach out to policyholders regarding property claims within your authority level.

• Conduct investigations, interview insured individuals and witnesses, assess damage, and prepare estimates.

• Analyze and provide recommendations on claim coverage.

• Manage property claims within the assigned authority.

• Establish and uphold adequate reserves.

• Acquire and examine reports, statements, records, and related documents.

• Assess information to determine coverage and the total value of claims.

• Decide on payments and issue checks or decline payment as necessary.

• Document claim files and submit final reports for closure.

• Identify subrogation cases and initiate the appropriate actions.

• Service the assigned territory and bring claims to resolution.

• Collaborate with agents and district sales managers.

• Manage claims involving property damage or coverage disputes.

• Handle litigated claims, including negotiations with plaintiff attorneys or coordinating litigation with defense counsel.

• Develop and implement knowledge of estimating practices and procedures for property claim adjustments.

• Attend industry-related and additional training sessions.

• Complete Technical Learning Center Training within one year of employment.

• Participate in the Catastrophe Team when necessary.

• Travel regularly within the designated territory and possibly to other locations for catastrophe duty.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and two years of claims handling experience, or an equivalent qualification is required.

• High school diploma or GED along with successful completion of ERIE-sponsored formal education, or a bachelor’s degree is required.

• Must reside in the assigned territory unless otherwise approved by the company.

• Ability to drive and travel regularly within the designated territory.

• Must be available for catastrophe duty, including potential short-notice travel for more than two consecutive weeks.

• Willingness to pursue and complete Technical Learning Center Training is required.

• Successful completion of AIC 33 and AIC 35 is preferred.

• Willingness to obtain and maintain any necessary licenses.

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record are required.

• Strong time management and organizational skills are preferred.

• Ability to utilize required personal protective equipment.

• Capability to lift over 50 lbs using lifting assistance equipment.

• Ability to climb and access heights.

• Ability to perform driving, lifting, pushing/pulling, manual keying, data entry, and computer use.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.

• Coverage begins on your first day of employment.

• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums.

• Employer covers up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.

• Traditional pension plan.

• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% contribution match.

• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave.

• Tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.

• Company-paid basic life insurance.

• Short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Orthodontic coverage available for children and adults.

• Adoption assistance.

• Coverage for fertility and infertility services.

• Well-being programs.

• Paid volunteer hours for community service.

• Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable donations each year.

• Company vehicle provided.

• Equipment supplied for remote work.