Catastrophe Property Adjuster *MULTIPLE REMOTE LOCATIONS*

Erie Insurance in; Wheeling (WV); Remote; USD 66,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Catastrophe Property Adjuster, where you'll play a vital role in managing property claims and ensuring customer satisfaction. This position allows for remote work across multiple states, providing the flexibility to balance work and life. You'll be responsible for assessing damages, negotiating claims, and supporting field operations. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to diversity, this innovative firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and a pension plan, making it an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Health, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Pension Plan

401(k) with Contribution Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company Car with Paid Gas Card

Charitable Gift Matching

Paid Volunteer Hours

Qualifications

• 5 years claims handling experience, including 2 years in property claims.
• Strong technical knowledge of damage repair and valuation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Contact policyholders, assess damages, and manage claims.
• Prepare estimates, coordinate with contractors, and document claim activities.

Skills

Claims Handling

Damage Assessment

Negotiation Skills

Technical Knowledge of Damage Repair

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AIC Program Completion

Tools

Estimating Software (e.g., Symbility)

Job description

Catastrophe Property Adjuster *MULTIPLE REMOTE LOCATIONS* (Finance)

Division or Field Office:

Claims Division

Department of Position:

Catastrophe Operations Dept

Work from:

Home, within ERIE operating footprint

Salary Range:

$66,625.00-$106,427.00*

Salary range is for this level and may vary based on actual level of role hired for.

*This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role, skills, education, training, credentials, location, and experience of an applicant, as well as the level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.

About Erie Insurance:

At Erie Insurance, you're not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you're also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 5,000 employees and over 2,200 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia.

Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics:

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees' monthly premium costs.
• Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid time off. Vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave.
• Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.

Additional benefits include company-paid basic life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours; and charitable gift matching.

Position Summary:

Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of catastrophe property claims. Assists assigned field office when not on catastrophe deployment in handling day-to-day property claims.

• This is a work-from-home position within the entire ERIE Operating Footprint, including PA, NY, MD/DC, NC, VA, WV, TN, WI, IL, IN, OH, and KY.
• The majority of responsibilities require travel throughout the ERIE footprint.
• A company car with paid gas card will be provided.
• Opportunity for bonuses and growth with an award-winning company!

Duties and Responsibilities:

Establishes contact with policyholders regarding their loss, drives to damage sites within assigned territory, and assesses damages.

Sets and manages reserves within authority, identifies damages, determines liability, and estimates claim value.

Prepares estimates, coordinates with contractors and policyholders, documents claim activities, and manages claim files.

Decides on payments, negotiates claims, and supervises independent adjusters when necessary.

Attends industry training to stay current on legal and regulatory developments.

Supports field offices when not on catastrophe deployment and maintains operational equipment.

Core Competencies:

Values Diversity, Nimble Learning, Self-Development, Information Management, Collaboration, Customer Focus, Job-Specific Knowledge, Innovation, Trust, Work Process Optimization, Accountability, Decision Quality.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent; five years claims handling experience including two years property claims; strong technical knowledge of damage repair and valuation techniques.

Preferred: Completion of AIC program, proficiency with estimating software (e.g., Symbility), valid license, and good driving record. Must reside within the assigned territory unless approved.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift/move 0-20 lbs frequently, 20-50 lbs often, over 50 lbs with assistance, and frequent driving. Also includes manual data entry and accessing heights.

Nearest Major Market:

Pittsburgh