Field Property Claims Adjuster

Liberty Mutual; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Mileage reimbursement

Company-provided vehicle (after miles)

Job summary

Liberty Mutual Fire Insurance Co. is seeking a Field Property Claims Adjuster to help customers navigate the claims process after property damage. You will travel locally to insured homes in Shakopee, MN, provide hands-on damage assessment, and offer empathetic support.

A sign-on bonus is available for experienced and licensed hires. Position involves travel within the local territory, a 5-month training program (virtual plus two in-person sessions in Lewisville, TX), mileage reimbursement, and

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of claims handling procedures and operations.
• Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Ability to independently manage workload while using good judgment.
• Strong written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with multi-faceted computer systems.
• Ability to obtain proper licensing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and organize your day.
• Understanding of building construction principles.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and evaluate onsite to resolve complex coverage and damage issues, prepare complete repair estimates.
• Handle moderate to complex claims independently from start to finish.
• Work in a vehicle in the field daily and occasionally from a desk.
• Explain coverage, assist with itemization of damages and arrangements.
• Coordinate vendor services like contractors and emergency repair.
• May be called upon for catastrophe duty.

Skills

Claims handling procedures

Customer service

Negotiation skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Multi-system computer skills

Licensing (as required)

Organizational skills

Building construction understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Description

Join us as a Field Property Claims Adjuster where you'll be responsible for helping our customers navigate the claims process and get back on their feet following damage to the homeowner's property. This is a role where people who love every day to be new, different and exciting, can thrive - you'll be traveling on the road to meet customers in person, providing hands-on assessment of damage and empathetic support.

The Field Property Claims Adjuster will be traveling locally to insured homes within Shakopee, MN (55379) and surrounding areas. To be successful within the role, candidates should live within or near this area.

Sign-On Bonus Available! We're offering a sign-on bonus for experienced and actively licensed new hires.

What you'll do

• Investigate and evaluate onsite to resolve complex coverage and damage issues to include preparing complete estimates of repair for the covered damages. This may include accessing roofs by ladder, inspecting attics, crawl spaces and basements in search of damage.
• Handle moderate to complex claims independently while managing your workload, from first notice of loss to final closure.
• Be expected to work in a vehicle in the field daily while occasionally handling assignments from the desk.
• Explain coverage of loss, assist policyholders with itemization of damages, emergency repairs and additional living arrangements.
• Work with and coordinate a few vendor services such as contractors, emergency repair, cleaning services and various replacement services.
• May be called upon for catastrophe duty.

Position details

Territory-based work: Most workdays will be spent in the field within your assigned local territory, giving you the opportunity to work directly with customers and gain hands-on experience.

Training & support: To set you up for success, you'll participate in a comprehensive 5-month training program, which includes:

• Primarily virtual and on-the-job learning.
• Two short in-person training sessions (Weeks 4 and 7) at our Lewisville, TX office.
• Limited overnight travel for training and team meetings (typically less than 10%).

Mileage Reimbursement: This role offers mileage reimbursement. You may qualify for a company-provided vehicle once mileage requirements are met. Additional details will be provided if you advance in the selection process.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of claims handling procedures and operations.
• Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Ability to effectively and independently manage workload while exhibiting good judgment.
• Strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills with the ability to work with multi-faceted systems.
• The capabilities, skills and knowledge required through a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least 1 year of directly related experience.
• Ability to obtain proper licensing as required.
• The ability to handle multiple competing priorities and organize your day.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of building construction principles.

About Us

Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.At Liberty Mutual, our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and can thrive. We build an environment that welcomes a wide range of perspectives and experiences, with inclusion embedded in every aspect of our culture and reflected in every

This comes to life through comprehensive benefits, workplace flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a host of opportunities provided through our Employee Resource Groups. Each employee plays a role in creating our inclusive culture, which supports every individual to do their best work. Together, we cultivate a community where everyone can make a meaningful impact for our business, our customers, and the communities we serve. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefitsLiberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, g