Property Adjuster

Erie Insurance Group

. Handle property claims within designated level of authority .

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, evaluating coverage, and negotiating with attorneys. Proficient in property-claim estimating practices and committed to ongoing training and development.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Property Claims HandlingInvestigation and Damage InspectionNegotiation with AttorneysTechnical Learning Center TrainingAIC 33 and AIC 35 Certification

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Hard Skills

Claims EvaluationDamage EstimationSubrogation IdentificationData EntryManual Keying

Soft Skills

Communication with PolicyholdersInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

AIC 33AIC 35

Industry Keywords

Property ClaimsCatastrophe DutyClaims Handling ExperienceHigh School DiplomaGED

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle property claims within designated level of authority
Contact policyholders regarding property claims
Conduct investigations, interview insureds and witnesses, inspect damage, and prepare estimates
Evaluate coverage and total claim value; determine payments and issue or decline payment
Set and maintain adequate reserves
Obtain and review reports, statements, records, and related materials
Document claim files and submit final reports for closure
Identify subrogation situations and initiate appropriate action
Service assigned territory and bring claims to conclusion
Interact with agents and district sales managers
Handle property claims involving damage or coverage, including potentially litigated claims
Negotiate with plaintiff attorneys or coordinate litigation with defense counsel
Develop and apply knowledge of property-claim estimating practices and procedures
Attend industry-related and other training sessions
Successfully complete Technical Learning Center Training within one year of hire
Participate on the Catastrophe Team when required
Complete the 15-week Property Adjuster Trainee program, including classroom, hands-on, and field training in Erie, PA

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required
High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of ERIE sponsored formal education
Bachelor’s Degree required
Incumbent must live in assigned territory unless a change is approved by the company
Must serve on catastrophe duty, including possible short-notice travel to other locations for periods exceeding two consecutive weeks
Willingness to pursue and complete Technical Learning Center Training required
Successful completion of AIC 33 and AIC 35 preferred
Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses
Valid driver’s license and good driving record required
Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required
Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment
Ability to climb/access heights
Frequent driving capability
Ability to lift/move 0–20 lbs and 20–50 lbs
Manual keying, data entry, information input, and computer use
Ability to push, pull, and move wheeled objects/equipment
Regular and predictable attendance required

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 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
Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable gifts each year
Remote work from home
Company car and equipment to work from home provided
Annual bonus payment may be available