Senior Property Adjuster (Personal Property Field)
Company: USAA
Location: Bossier City
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Purpose of Job Let's do something that really matters.
We have an important mission: serving the members of the military
community and their families. It's both a chance to say thank you
and the opportunity to put your talents to work in a meaningful
way. To do it right, we need the right people. We're looking for
those who share our values of honesty, integrity, loyalty and
service. Because what we do is just as important as how we do it.
Come be a part of what makes us so special!
It is all about learning and growing.
Our Senior Field Property Adjuster role may be the career for you.
There's a lot to learn, but the journey is mapped out. Our
comprehensive, fully paid six week training program including class
discussions, hands-on training, e-learning modules, and instructor
led guidance to help you support our membership independently.
This positions is available for experienced Senior Field Property
Adjusters with large loss specializing in Contents. Candidate has
to be located within the Baton Rouge (LA), Shereveport (LA),
Jackson (MS) or Little Rock, AR area.
Job Requirements
As a Senior Field Property Insurance Adjuster, you will work within
established guidelines and framework to investigate, evaluate,
negotiate, and settle moderate to large loss complex property
content insurance claims presented by or against our members. You
will confirm and analyzes coverage, recognize liability exposure
and negotiate equitable settlements in compliance with all state
regulatory requirements.
Field Property Adjusters 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.
Primary Responsibilities:
Identifies and handles existing and emerging risks that stem from
business activities and the job role.
Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively
identified, measured, monitored, and controlled.
Follows written risk and compliance policies and procedures for
business activities.
Handle assigned claims' caseload comprised of claims with complex
damages including specialty claims. Updates initial reserve
levels.
Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate
complex claims. 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.
Proactively identifies and engages in additional confirmation of
potential discrepancies involving complicated situations.
Identifies coverage concerns, reviews prior loss history,
determines and creates Special Investigation Unit (SIU) referrals,
when appropriate.
Figures out coverage through analyzing information involving
complex policy terms and contingencies.
Communicates with insured about coverage or any issues that involve
additional information or considerations regarding settlement
amount.
Resolves and negotiates complex claims settlement and makes
recommendations to management for settlement amounts outside of
authority limits.
Maintains accurate and current claim file documentation throughout
the claims process for complex claims.
Proficient knowledge of estimating technology platforms to prepare
claims estimates in order to manage complex property insurance
claims.
Serves as a resource for less experienced staff, providing informal
coaching as appropriate.
Recognizes and solves obstacles that occurs in the claims process
without supervisory approval.
May require limited travel to resolve claims and conduct in-person
inspections.
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
2 years' relevant property claims adjusting experience of moderate
complexity that includes writing estimates involving dwelling and
structural damages
Successfully acquire Property & Casualty (P&C) adjuster license
and state registrations within 90 days of hire
Proficient knowledge of Xactimate or similar estimating
platform
Advanced knowledge estimating losses of moderate complexity
Proficient knowledge of property claims contracts and
interpretation of case law
Proven negotiation, investigation, communication and conflict
resolution skills
Ability to travel 50-75% of the year (local & non-local) and/or
work catastrophe duty when needed
Developing knowledge of residential construction
Preferred Requirements:
Prior experience adjusting property claims using virtual
technologies such as ClaimsXperience
Prior advanced knowledge of Xactcontents
Prior experience handling Contents only in higher severity/complex
Large Loss claims
Bachelor's degree
Industry designations such as CPCU, AIC, SCLA
Currently reside within or have the ability to self-relocate within
Baton Rouge (LA), Shreveport (LA), Jackson (MS) or Little Rock (AR)
area
Currently hold an active Adjuster License
Served in the US Military or Military Spouse
Physical Demand Requirements:
May require the ability to crouch and stoop to inspect confined
spaces, to include attics and go beneath homes into crawl
spaces.
May need to meet all USAA safe driving requirements including
verification of driving record through MVR & possession of valid
driver's license.
May require the ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds to include
lifting a ladder in and out of the trunk of a car.
May require the ability to climb ladders and traverse roofs, this
includes the ability to work at heights while inspecting roofs and
attics.
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market
data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You
are paid within the salary range based on your experience and
market position. The hiring range for this position is: $60,300.00
-$108,600.00.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall
corporate and individual performance or at the discretion of the
USAA Board of Directors.
Geographical Differential : Geographic pay differential is
additional pay provided to eligible employees working in locations
where market pay levels are above the national average.
Shift premium: Addressed on an individual basis for applicable
roles that are consistently scheduled for non-core hours.
Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to
support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These
benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans,
401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption
assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid
volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our
career path planning and continuing education assists employees
with their professional goals.
To see details on our outstanding benefits, visit USAA Total
Rewards.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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