Field Adjuster (Residential or Commercial) - Des Moines, IA

CCMS & Associates; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CCMS & Associates seeks a 1099 Field Adjuster in Des Moines, Iowa, to join our residential and commercial claims team. The role requires performing field inspections, gathering statements, and using estimating tools on site.

You will review coverage, prepare loss documentation, and report findings to clients while maintaining high accuracy and customer service standards. A valid driver’s license and at least one year of field experience are necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year first-party commercial and/or residential property adjusting experience
• Own current estimating software – Xactimate preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Experience in preparing Statement of Loss, Proof of Loss, and denial letters
• Working computer with internet access and Microsoft Word required
• Strong time management and customer service skills

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

College degree

AIC/IICRC/HAAG designation

Tools

Xactimate

Symbility

Microsoft Word

Job description

CCMS & Associates is looking for a 1099 Field Adjuster in Iowa, specifically the Des Moines area. We are answering a call to action to add to our existing roster. The time is now to get on with our innovative team!

We are seeking a residential or commercial field adjuster with at least 1 year of field experience.

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year first-party commercial and/or residential property adjusting experience
• Maintain own current estimating software - Xactimate preferred (Symbility experience a plus)
• Working computer - internet access and Microsoft Word required
• Must demonstrate strong time management and customer service skills
• Experience in preparing Statement of Loss, Proof of Loss, and denial letters
• Must have a 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, and friendly

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).

CCMS & Associates offers multi-line claim adjusting and third-party administration services dedicated to solving the challenges of the complex claim in the property and casualty insurance industry. We create programs that drive a successful claim life cycle while strategically managing all aspects of the complicated issues carriers and policyholders are facing. Servicing excess and surplus/domestic carriers in the United States.