1099 Field Adjuster - Des Moines, IA

CCMS & Associates; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CCMS & Associates is seeking a 1099 Residential or Commercial Field Adjuster in Des Moines, IA to perform field property inspections using Xactimate and to investigate claims with insureds, claimants, and officials. The role involves evaluating damages, preparing loss estimates, and submitting well-documented reports to clients.

Required is at least 1 year of property adjusting experience, strong communication skills, and proficient use of Word.

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

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

Property insurance knowledge

Strong communication skills

Time management

Report writing

Tools

Xactimate software

Microsoft Word

Job description

About this position

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

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:

• AIC, IICRC, HAAG or other professional designations


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