Auto Service Appraiser Sr- Desk

Country Financial Group; Bloomington (IL); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Incentive plan

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

COUNTRY Financial is seeking an Auto Service Appraiser Sr - Desk in Bloomington, IL. This hybrid full-time role inspects damaged vehicles and prepares itemized estimates to restore pre-damage condition.

You will communicate with vehicle owners, schedule inspections, and assess damages for policy coverage, while auditing third-party estimates and negotiating settlements within authority. A strong track record is required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.
• Experience inspecting damaged vehicles and preparing itemized appraisals.
• Ability to communicate with vehicle owners, negotiate settlements within authority and coordinate with body shops and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Inspects damaged vehicles and prepares itemized damage appraisals with parts, materials and labor estimates.
• Schedules and conducts physical inspections and evaluates damages for policy coverage.
• Audits/ Reviews estimates from body shops and independent appraisers and documents subrogation per guidelines.
• Negotiates and settles claims within prescribed authority and maintains relationships with shops and vendors.

Job description

## Auto Service Appraiser Sr- DeskApply: Hybrid: Bloomington, IL: Full time: Posted 12 Days Ago: R26\\_0000001068# **Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!**We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.# # About the roleInspects damaged vehicles and prepares itemized damage appraisals outlining cost of parts, materials, and labor necessary to restore vehicles to their pre-damage condition. Determines if damages are sufficient to declare the vehicle a total loss.# # **How does this role make an impact?**- Communicates with vehicle owners to promptly schedule physical inspections of damaged vehicle. - Completes physical inspections of damaged property, when necessary, evaluates damages and prepares written estimates in accordance with applicable policy coverage. Audits/reviews body shop and independent appraiser estimates, supplements and subrogation documentation relative to claims guidelines and procedures. - Communicates all information obtained to involved parties, negotiates and settles claims within prescribed authority. Maintains professional working relationships with body shops, vendors and internal customers.# # Do you have what we're looking for?Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.#LI-HYBRID#LI-CORP**Base Pay Range:**$66,400-$91,300The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.**Incentive Pay:**In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.# **Why work with us?**Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.Come join our team at COUNTRY today!