Property Adjuster I (La Crosse, WI)

Erie Insurance

La Crosse (WI)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 90,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Premier health benefits for you and de

Pension plan

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career development & tuition

Job summary

Erie Insurance is seeking a Property Adjuster in the La Crosse, WI area. You will handle property claims with independent judgment, investigate losses, prepare estimates, and manage claims through resolution.

Training paths (Trainee/I/II) are available, with travel to Erie, PA for initial programs. Eligible candidates may join a Catastrophe Team and are expected to reside in the territory; a company car and home office setup are provided.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience, or Bachelor’s Degree and two years of claims handling experience.
Incumbent must live in the assigned territory unless change is approved by the company.
Position may require joining Catastrophe Team and potential travel on short notice.
Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

Handle property claims with independence within designated authority.
Investigate, interview, inspect damage, and prepare estimates.
Set reserves, determine coverage and claim value, and negotiate with attorneys when needed.
Document files and communicate with agents and district sales managers.
Provide training to new adjusters and participate in Catastrophe Team as required.

Skills

Values Diversity

Nimble Learning

Self-Development

Customer Focus

Information Management Skills

Job-Specific Knowledge

Ensures Accountability

Decision Quality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

salary range is for thislevel 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 and the skills, education, training, credentials, location (State) based on ERIE's geographical differences, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.

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 6,000 employees and over 13,000 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

We strive to be Above all in Service to our customers—and to our employees. That’s why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:

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 among the 2% of Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of services.
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match.The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
Paid time off.Paid 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 that 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 for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

Position Summary

Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of property claims. Also assists or acts on behalf of the claims supervisor when required.

Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling property claims within designated level of authority. Also responsible for servicing assigned territory and may handle litigated claims.

The selected candidate will ideally live in La Crosse, WI or surrounding area .
The hiring manager will consider candidates for Property Adjuster Trainee (F08), Property Adjuster I (F09) or PropertyAdjuster II (F10).
Level of position offered will be based upon the depth and breadth of selected candidate's experience and qualifications.
A company car and equipment to work from home will be provided.
Ability to drive/travel regularlywithin the assigned territory.

How the Property Adjuster Trainee program works:

Tentative Program Start Date: 1/4/2027

The 15-week training program will require multiple weeks of training in Erie, PA, which will prepare you for immediate success as a Property Adjuster.
The Smart Start class of Property Adjuster Trainees will consist of both classroom and hands-on training activities in the ERIE Technical Learning Center (in Erie, PA), where individuals will learn ERIE's property estimating platform.
Trainees will be provided with field experiences and opportunities to learn about workflows within their branch office and apply what they have learned to claims that they handle alongside their mentors and supervisors.
This program gives interested individuals comprehensive training to successfully prepare them for the Property Adjuster role. Additional program details, expectations, and timing will be discussed during the interview process.

Class Dates at the Technical Learning Center in Erie, Pa:

1/4/27- 1/15
2/8- 2/19
3/22- 3/26

Check out this video that showcases ERIE’s corporate offices: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQBh-yvmqQ0

Conducts investigations, interviews, and inspects damage, driving to site of damage within assigned territory or other if required. Prepares estimates, makes recommendation, and handles coverage questions, and litigation.
Sets and maintains reserves, reviews reports and related materials, directs experts, determines coverage and claim value, issues or declines payment, and negotiates claims with plaintiff attorneys when necessary.
Documents claim files and submits report for closure.
Recognizes subrogation situations and initiates appropriate action.
Services assigned territory and brings assigned claims to conclusion.
Interacts with Agents and district sales managers on matters of mutual concern.
Assists claims supervisor or acts on his/her behalf, including representing the company at legal proceedings, as required.
Completes industry-related training programs and continues to attend training programs to remain informed on policy changes, interpretation or new legislation.
Assists in training of new claims adjusters.
Participates on Catastrophe Team when required.

The first five duties listed are the functions identified as essential to the job. Essential functions are those job duties that must be performed in order for the job to be accomplished.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function. For certain positions at ERIE, including leadership roles, regular and predictable onsite presence may also be an essential job function based on business and operational needs.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other duties as requested by their supervisor, or as become evident.

Capabilities

Values Diversity
Nimble Learning
Self-Development
Customer Focus
Information Management Skills
Job-Specific Knowledge
Ensures Accountability
Decision Quality

Qualifications

Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required; or
Bachelor’s Degree and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required.

Additional Experience

Incumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company.
Position requires the incumbent to serve on Catastrophe Team, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.

Designations and/or Licenses