1099 Field Adjuster - Chicago, IL

CCMS & Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

CCMS & Associates seeks a 1099 Residential or Commercial Field Adjuster to inspect properties and adjust claims in the Chicago area. You will conduct field investigations, collect statements, and document damages using Xactimate, with emphasis on accurate captioned reports.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of property adjusting experience, strong time management, and excellent customer service. A valid driver's license and access to estimating software are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year first-party commercial and/or residential property adjusting experience.
• Maintain own current estimating software - Xactimate preferred (Cotality a plus).
• Working computer with internet access and Microsoft Word.
• Strong time management and customer service skills.
• Experience in preparing Statement of Loss, Proof of Loss, and denial letters.
• Valid drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Complete residential and commercial field property inspections utilizing Xactimate software.
• Investigate claims by obtaining recorded statements from insureds, claimants, or witnesses and by interviewing fire, police, or other governmental officials as well as inspecting claimed damages.
• Recommend claim reserves based on investigation, through well-supported reserve report.
• Obtain and interpret official reports.
• Review applicable coverage forms and endorsements, provide a thorough analysis of coverage and any coverage issues in a well-documented initial captioned report to the client.
• Maintain acceptable product quality through compliance with established best practices.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Verbal & written communication

Education

College degree

Tools

Xactimate

Microsoft Word

Job description

Join CCMS & Associates!
We are answering a call to action to expand our roster - join us as a 1099 Residential or Commercial Field Adjuster!

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year first-party commercial and/or residential property adjusting experience


• Maintain own current estimating software - Xactimate preferred (Cotality a plus)


• Working computer with internet access and Microsoft Word


• Strong time management and customer service skills


• Experience in preparing Statement of Loss, Proof of Loss, and denial letters


• Valid drivers license

Responsibilities

• Complete residential and commercial field property inspections utilizing Xactimate software


• Investigate claims by obtaining recorded statements from insureds, claimants, or witnesses and by interviewing fire, police, or other governmental officials as well as inspecting claimed damages


• Recommend claim reserves based on investigation, through well-supported reserve report


• Obtain and interpret official reports


• Review applicable coverage forms and endorsements, provide a thorough analysis of coverage and any coverage issues in a well-documented initial captioned report to the client


• Maintain acceptable product quality through compliance with established best practices

Knowledge And Skills

• In-depth knowledge of property and liability insurance coverage and industry standards


• Ability to prepare full-captioned reports by collecting and summarizing required information
  
• Strong verbal and written communications skills


• Prompt, reliable, friendly, and professional

Preferred But Not Required

• College degree


• AIC, IICRC, HAAG or other professional designations

All candidates must pass a full background check (void in states where prohibited)