Property Adjuster

Erie Insurance Group

. Handle property claims within designated authority .

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

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in property claims handling, including conducting investigations, evaluating coverage, and negotiating with attorneys. Proficient in claim documentation and estimating practices, with a commitment to ongoing training and compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Property Claims HandlingClaim InvestigationNegotiation with AttorneysTechnical Learning Center TrainingAIC 33 and AIC 35 Certification

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Claims EvaluationDamage InspectionEstimate PreparationSubrogation IdentificationClaims DocumentationPayment DeterminationData EntryLifting and ClimbingPPE UsageDriving

Soft Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingNegotiation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDBachelor’s DegreeValid Driver’s LicenseAIC 33 CertificationAIC 35 Certification

Industry Keywords

Property ClaimsCatastrophe DutyClaims Handling ExperienceInsurance IndustryLitigated Claims

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle property claims within designated authority
Contact policyholders regarding property claims
Conduct investigations and interview insureds and witnesses
Inspect damage and prepare estimates
Evaluate coverage, claim information, and total claim value
Set and maintain adequate reserves
Obtain and review reports, statements, records, and related materials
Determine payments and issue checks or decline payment as required
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 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

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 the assigned territory unless a change is approved by the company
Must serve on catastrophe duty, potentially traveling on short notice 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
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required
Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment
Ability to drive frequently and perform lifting, climbing/accessing heights, pushing/pulling, and computer/data-entry tasks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents; coverage begins your first day of work
Up to 97% of employees’ monthly medical and prescription premium costs paid
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
Remote work from home
Company car and equipment to work from home provided
Training and professional development through the Technical Learning Center