Catastrophe Property Adjuster *VARIOUS REMOTE LOCATIONS*

Erie Insurance in; South Bend (IN); Remote; USD 66,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Catastrophe Property Adjuster, where you will handle various property claims and assist field offices with day-to-day operations. This remote position offers the flexibility to work from home while traveling as needed for catastrophe response. You'll be part of a diverse team dedicated to providing exceptional service and support to policyholders. With comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and a pension plan, this role presents an exciting opportunity for career growth and development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits

401(k) with up to 4% match

Paid time off including vacation and sick days

Career development programs

Company-paid life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Paid volunteer hours

Charitable gift matching

Qualifications

• 5+ years of claims handling experience, including 2 years in property claims.
• Knowledge of structural damage repair and valuation is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Establish contact with policyholders and assess damages.
• Negotiate payments and oversee independent adjusters.

Skills

Claims Handling

Negotiation

Customer Focus

Information Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Estimating Software (Symbility)

Job description

Catastrophe Property Adjuster *VARIOUS REMOTE LOCATIONS* (Finance)

Division or Field Office: Claims Division

Department of Position: Catastrophe Operations Dept

Work from: Home, within ERIE footprint

Salary Range: $66,625.00-$106,427.00*

*This range is for this level and may vary based on the actual level of role hired for. The actual salary depends on factors including the scope and complexity of the role, skills, education, training, credentials, location, and experience. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus.

At Erie Insurance, you're part of a Fortune 500 company and a diverse, inclusive team with over 5,000 employees and more than 2,200 independent agencies. Our employees work at the Home Office in Erie, PA, and across field offices in 12 states and D.C.

Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics

• Premier health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits for you and your dependents, starting on your first day.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums, with Erie paying up to 97% of monthly premium costs.
• Traditional pension plan, vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% match, in addition to the pension.
• Paid time off including vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement, and parental leave.
• Career development programs, including tuition reimbursement for higher education and industry designations.

Additional benefits include company-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability, orthodontic coverage, adoption assistance, fertility coverage, well-being programs, paid volunteer hours, and charitable gift matching.

Position Summary

Handles all types of catastrophe property claims using independent judgment and discretion. Assists field offices with day-to-day property claims when not deployed for catastrophe response.

• This is a work-from-home position accepting applications from anywhere within the ERIE footprint, including PA, NY, MD/DC, NC, VA, WV, TN, WI, IL, IN, OH, and KY.
• Travel is required for most responsibilities, including deployment to various locations.
• A company car and paid gas card are provided.
• Opportunity for bonuses and career growth with an award-winning company!

Duties and Responsibilities

Establish contact with policyholders, assess damages, determine liability, prepare estimates, and document claims thoroughly. Negotiate payments, oversee independent adjusters, and ensure compliance with legal standards. Support field offices and maintain company vehicles as needed. The first five duties are essential to the role.

Core Competencies

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

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. At least five years of claims handling experience, including two in property claims. Knowledge of structural damage repair and valuation is necessary. Preferred: AIC certification, proficiency in estimating software (preferably Symbility), valid driver’s license, and residence within the territory unless approved otherwise. Willingness to travel on short notice for catastrophe response.

Physical Requirements

Frequent lifting/moving of up to 50 lbs, driving, occasional pushing/pulling, data entry, climbing, and accessing heights.

Nearest Major Market: South Bend