Auto Desk Appraiser

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with matching

PTO

Life insurance

Employee assistance

Job summary

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd is seeking an Auto Desk Appraiser to evaluate and prepare repair estimates for damaged vehicles. You will review photos and documentation to decide repair versus replacement and work directly with auto repair facilities on supplemental estimates.

You’ll apply industry-standard estimatics software and demonstrate strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three years of related experience, including at least one year in appraisal.
• Strong knowledge of automobiles and appraisal software.
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and prepare estimates for auto vehicles involved in a loss.
• Review photos and supporting documentation to determine repairs vs. replacement.
• Determine repairability vs. salvageability using industry standards.
• Negotiate scope of repairs with repair facilities and travel as required.

Skills

Automotive appraisal

Negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Estimations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Estimatics software

Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve. Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies Certified as a Great Place to Work® Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance Auto Desk Appraiser

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To evaluate and prepare estimates for auto vehicles involved in a loss.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Appraises and determines costs of repairs to damaged vehicle by reviewing photos and supporting documentation; determines repair versus replace and parts utilization. Evaluates and determines if the vehicle is repairable or salvageable based on industry standard estimatics software. Prepares estimates using estimatics software. Works directly with auto repair facilities to determinate supplemental repair processing and provides a supplemental estimate. Negotiates agreed scope of repairs with repair facilities.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned. Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

High school diploma or GED required. Licenses as required by state guidelines.

Experience

Three (3) years of related experience to include at least one (1) year of appraisal experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

Strong knowledge of automobiles Ability to understand and utilize appraisal software Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products Analytical and interpretive skills Strong organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent negotiating skills Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports Ability to work in a team environment Ability to meet or exceed Performance

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location.

For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $55,000-$60,000/yr.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape.

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