Property Adjuster I

Erie Insurance Group

. Exercise independent discretion or judgment in handling property claims within designated authority .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $56,367 - $90,040 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 preparing estimates. Proficient in negotiating with attorneys and managing claims documentation while adhering to industry standards and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Claims Handling ExperienceProperty Claim Estimating PracticesTechnical Learning Center TrainingAIC 33 CertificationAIC 35 Certification

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Hard Skills

Property Claims ManagementDamage InspectionClaims DocumentationClaims EvaluationNegotiation SkillsData EntryReport PreparationSubrogation IdentificationReserve SettingLitigation Coordination

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Claims Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGEDValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Property ClaimsCatastrophe DutyInsurance IndustryLitigated ClaimsClaims Coverage

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Exercise independent discretion or judgment in handling property claims within designated authority
Service assigned territory and handle litigated claims when applicable
Travel daily from a home office to conduct property inspections
Contact policyholders regarding property claims
Conduct investigations and interview insureds and witnesses
Inspect damage and prepare estimates
Evaluate and recommend claim coverage
Handle property claims within designated authority
Set and maintain adequate reserves
Obtain and review reports, statements, records and related materials
Evaluate information to determine coverage and total claim value
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
Interact with agents and district sales managers
Negotiate with plaintiff attorneys or coordinate litigation with defense counsel as required
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
Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory
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 serve on catastrophe duty, including travel on short notice 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
Frequent driving capability
Manual keying, data entry, inputting information and computer use capability

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 for community service
Dollar-for-dollar matching of charitable gifts each year
Company car
Equipment to work from home
Annual bonus payment may be available