Property Adjuster Specialist - Field Claims

USAA Life Insurance Company; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

USAA seeks a Property Adjuster Specialist for a local field-based role in Riverside, CA. This hourly, non-exempt position emphasizes a virtual-first approach to inspections and claims handling, with a company vehicle provided for on-site loss inspections within the territory.

Responsibilities include investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and settling complex property claims, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate documentation. Occasional travel and CAT support are required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant property claims adjusting experience of moderate complexity.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating losses using Xactimate or similar tools and platforms.
• Proficient knowledge of residential construction.
• Willingness to travel 50-75% of the year (local & non-local).
• Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manages assigned claims caseload comprised of complex damages requiring knowledge of claims coverage and potential liability.
• Partners with vendors and internal partners to facilitate complex claims resolution and ensure documentation/compliance.
• Investigates claim damages by researching from insured, third parties, and external resources.
• Identifies coverage concerns and develops Special Investigation Unit referrals when appropriate.
• Negotiates complex settlements within authority limits and coordinates with management for settlements outside authority.
• Keeps thorough, current claim file documentation throughout the process.
• Utilizes estimating platforms and virtual inspection tools to prepare claims estimates.

Skills

Property claims adjusting

Xactimate estimating

Residential construction

Negotiation

Investigation

Travel readiness

Education

Insurance adjuster license

Tools

Xactimate

Job description

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Property Adjuster Specialist, you will work within defined guidelines and framework, investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle complex property insurance claims. You will confirm/analyze coverage, recognize liability exposure and negotiate equitable settlement in compliance with all state regulatory requirements. You will recognize and empathize with members' life events, as appropriate.

Property Adjuster Specialist focus on using technology and desk adjusting for a virtual first approach to inspections and claims handling. USAA also provides a company vehicle to physically inspect losses within your locally assigned territory. Field Adjusters may travel outside of their local territory to respond to claims in other regions when needed. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with paid overtime available.

This is a local field-based role in Riverside, CA . Candidates who are willing and able to work in this area are encouraged to apply.

What you'll do:

• Proactively manages assigned claims caseload comprised of complex damages that require commensurate knowledge and understanding of claims coverage including potential legal liability.
• Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate complex claims resolution. May also involve external regulatory coordination to ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.
• Investigates claim damages by conducting research from various sources, including the insured, third parties, and external resources.
• May identify and resolve potential discrepancies and identifies subrogation potential resulting from unusual characteristics.
• Identifies coverage concerns, reviews prior loss history, determines and creates Special Investigation Unit (SIU) referrals, when appropriate. Determines coverage through analyzing information involving complex policy terms and contingencies.
• Determines and negotiates complex claims settlement within authority limits. Develops recommendations and collaborates with management for determining settlement amounts outside of authority limits and accurately manages claims outcomes.
• Maintains accurate, thorough, and current claim file documentation throughout the claims process.
• Advance knowledge of estimating technology platforms and virtual inspection tools.
• Utilizes platforms and tools to prepare claims estimates to manage complex property insurance claims.
• Supports workload surges and catastrophe (CAT) response operations as needed, including mandatory on-call dates and potential evening, weekend, and/or holiday work outside normal work hours.
• May be assigned CAT deployment travel with minimal notice during designated CATs.
• Works various types of claims, including ones of higher complexity, and may be assigned additional work outside normal duties as needed.
• Works independently solving complex problems with minimal guidance; acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Adjusts complex claims with attorney involvement.
• Recognizes and addresses jurisdictional challenges such as applicable legislation and construction considerations.
• May require travel to resolve claims, attend training, and conduct in-person inspections.
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• 2 years of relevant property claims adjusting experience of moderate complexity losses that includes writing estimates, involving dwelling and structural damages.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating losses using Xactimate or similar tools and platforms.
• Proficient knowledge of residential construction.
• Proficient knowledge of property claims contracts and interpretation of case law and state laws and regulations.
• Proficient negotiation, investigation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven investigatory, analytical, prioritizing, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 50-75% of the year (local & non-local) and/or work catastrophe duty when needed.
• Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.
• Successful completion of a job-related assessment may be required.

What sets you apart:

• 2+ years of field experience handling higher severity/complex losses (i.e. vandalism, malicious mischief