1099 Field Adjuster - Madison, WI

CCMS & Associates; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CCMS & Associates in Wisconsin seeks an experienced field property adjuster to handle residential and commercial inspections, using Xactimate to document damages and estimates.

You will investigate claims, gather statements, review coverage, and prepare clear captioned reports for clients, while upholding professional standards and timely communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year first-party commercial and/or residential property adjusting experience.
• Maintain own current estimating software - Xactimate preferred (Cotality a plus).
• Experience in preparing Statement of Loss, Proof of Loss, and denial letters.
• All candidates must pass a full background check.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Property insurance knowledge

Report writing skills

Verbal and written communication

Professional demeanor

Education

College degree

AIC or IICRC or HAAG designation

Tools

Xactimate

Cotality

Job description

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)