Property Adjuster

Erie Insurance Group

. Exercise independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of property claims .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,327 - $100,843 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in property claims handling, including conducting investigations, managing litigation, and negotiating with attorneys. Proficient in documentation, reporting, and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Claims Handling ExperienceAssociate In Claims (AIC) ProgramInvestigation And Interview SkillsNegotiation With Plaintiff AttorneysCatastrophe Team Participation

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Hard Skills

Property Claims ManagementDamage InspectionEstimates PreparationCoverage DeterminationClaims DocumentationSubrogation RecognitionData EntryManual KeyingLifting Aide Equipment UseDriving

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentInterpersonal CommunicationTraining And Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Claims SupervisorLegal ProceedingsPolicy ChangesInsurance IndustryLitigation Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Exercise independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of property claims
Assist or act on behalf of the claims supervisor when required
Conduct investigations and interviews, inspect damage, and drive to damage sites within the assigned territory
Prepare estimates, make recommendations, handle coverage questions, and manage litigation
Set and maintain reserves; review reports and related materials
Direct experts, determine coverage and claim value, issue or decline payment, and negotiate claims with plaintiff attorneys when necessary
Document claim files and submit reports for closure
Recognize subrogation situations and initiate appropriate action
Service the assigned territory and bring claims to conclusion
Interact with Agents and district sales managers
Represent the company at legal proceedings as required
Complete industry-related training and remain informed on policy changes, interpretation, and new legislation
Assist in training new claims adjusters
Participate on the Catastrophe Team when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Must live in the assigned territory unless a change is approved by the company
Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses
Successful completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) program preferred
Valid driver's license and good driving record required
Ability to serve on the Catastrophe Team, including travel on short notice to other locations for periods exceeding two consecutive weeks
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required
Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment
Ability to climb/access heights
Ability to drive frequently
Ability to lift/move 0–20 lbs and 20–50 lbs
Manual keying/data entry, inputting information, and computer use

Benefits

Comp & perks

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; Erie Insurance currently pays up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs
Traditional pension plan; full-time employees are vested after five years of service
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match
Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days, and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations
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 community service
Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable gifts each year
Company car
Equipment to work from home
Training program and career development opportunities