Property Claims Desk Adjuster — Meaningful Impact

Sedgwick; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Property Desk Adjuster to handle losses and claims valued up to $15,000 for property and casualty insurers. The role requires evaluating coverage, conducting investigations, interviewing claimants and witnesses, and preparing comprehensive reports.

You will manage a caseload using technology, estimate costs of repair or replacement, and issue settlements while adhering to carrier instructions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Must obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months in the role.
• Appropriate state adjuster license is required.
• Three (3) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Empathetic claims handling demeanor, strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate written reports.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates insurance policies, claims forms, policies, endorsements, carrier instructions, and other records to determine insurance coverage.
• Conducts thorough investigations, gathers official reports as needed, consults police/hospital records and inspects physical damage.
• Interviews claimants and witnesses regarding claims.
• Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
• Prepares findings and negotiates settlements per carrier instructions.
• Issues settlement checks and handles salvage and subrogation as applicable.
• Recommends litigation by legal department when settlements cannot be negotiated.
• Attends litigation hearings and depositions as necessary.
• Maintains caseload and adjusts reserves accordingly.
• Uses technology for efficient claim handling and escalates claims over $15,000 to leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathetic demeanor

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Teamwork

MS Office

Report writing

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree

IIA-AIC designation

State adjuster license

Tools

MS Office

Automation tools

Job description

Sedgwick is seeking a Property Desk Adjuster to handle losses and claims valued up to $15,000 for property and casualty insurers. The role requires evaluating coverage, conducting investigations, interviewing claimants and witnesses, and preparing comprehensive reports.

You will manage a caseload using technology, estimate costs of repair or replacement, and issue settlements while adhering to carrier instructions.