Property Adjuster I

Job Description:

• Handle all types of property claims using independent discretion or judgment within designated authority
• Conduct investigations and interviews, inspect damage, and drive to damage sites within the assigned territory
• Prepare estimates, make recommendations, handle coverage questions, and manage litigation
• Set and maintain reserves; review reports and related materials
• Direct experts, determine coverage and claim value, issue or decline payment, and negotiate claims with plaintiff attorneys when necessary
• Document claim files and submit reports for closure
• Recognize subrogation situations and initiate appropriate action
• Service the assigned territory and bring claims to conclusion
• Interact with agents and district sales managers
• Assist the claims supervisor or act on the supervisor’s behalf, including representing the company at legal proceedings
• Complete industry-related training and remain informed on policy changes, interpretation, and new legislation
• Assist in training new claims adjusters
• Participate on the Catastrophe Team when required
• Complete field experiences and work alongside mentors and supervisors during the Property Adjuster Trainee program

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required
• Incumbent must live in the territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company
• Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory
• Catastrophe Team service may require short-notice travel to other locations for periods exceeding two consecutive weeks
• Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses
• Successful completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) program preferred
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required
• Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment
• Ability to climb/access heights
• Ability to perform frequent driving
• Ability to perform manual keying/data entry/computer use
• Ability to push, pull, and move wheeled objects and equipment
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Candidates ideally live in La Crosse, WI or the surrounding area

Benefits:

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents; coverage begins your first day of work
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums; Erie currently pays up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs
• Traditional pension plan; full-time employees are vested after five years of service
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave
• Career development, including tuition reimbursement for higher education and industry designations
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Orthodontic coverage for children and adults
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility and infertility coverage
• Well-being programs
• Paid volunteer hours for community service
• Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable gifts each year
• Company car
• Equipment to work from home