Property Adjuster

Erie Insurance Group

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

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • 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, negotiating with attorneys, and managing claim documentation. Proficient in maintaining reserves, determining coverage, and representing the company in legal proceedings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Claims Handling ExperienceInvestigation and Interview SkillsNegotiation with AttorneysTechnical Learning Center TrainingAIC 33 and AIC 35 Certification

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Hard Skills

Claims InvestigationClaims DocumentationCoverage DeterminationClaims NegotiationEstimate PreparationSubrogation RecognitionData EntryManual LiftingDriving SkillsPPE Usage

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentInterpersonal CommunicationTeam CollaborationTraining and Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

AIC 33AIC 35

Industry Keywords

Property ClaimsCatastrophe DutyClaims SupervisorLegal ProceedingsInsurance Policy Changes

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 by driving to damage sites within the assigned territory or elsewhere as required
Prepare estimates and recommendations
Handle coverage questions and litigation
Set and maintain reserves
Review reports and related materials
Direct experts
Determine coverage and claim value
Issue or decline payment
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 when required
Complete industry-related training and remain informed about policy changes, interpretation, and legislation
Assist in training new claims adjusters
Participate on the Catastrophe Team when required
Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required for Property Adjuster Trainee
Bachelor’s degree preferred for Property Adjuster Trainee
Property Adjuster I: High School Diploma or GED and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent; or High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of ERIE-sponsored formal education; or Bachelor’s Degree
Property Adjuster II: High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience, or equivalent; or Bachelor’s Degree and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent
Must live in the assigned territory unless a change is approved by the company
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
Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory
Must serve on catastrophe duty, including possible short-notice travel to other locations for periods exceeding two consecutive weeks
Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required
Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment
Ability to climb/access heights
Ability to perform frequent driving
Ability to lift/move 0–20 lbs and 20–50 lbs
Ability to perform manual keying, data entry, inputting information, and computer use
Ability to push/pull/move wheeled objects and equipment

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 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
Company car
Equipment to work from home
Annual bonus payment may be available