Property Adjuster – Northern Shenandoah Valley

Erie Insurance Group

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

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $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, preparing estimates, and negotiating claims. Proficient in managing claim files, maintaining reserves, and representing the company in legal proceedings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Claims Handling ExperienceInvestigation and Interview SkillsNegotiation SkillsAssociate in Claims (AIC) ProgramValid Driver's License

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Hard Skills

Claims InvestigationDamage InspectionEstimate PreparationCoverage DeterminationClaims NegotiationData EntryReport DocumentationSubrogation RecognitionReserve ManagementPPE Usage

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentInterpersonal CommunicationTeam CollaborationTraining and Mentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate in Claims (AIC)

Industry Keywords

Property ClaimsCatastrophe TeamLegal ProceedingsClaims SupervisorPolicy ChangesInsurance Industry

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 and inspect damage at sites within the assigned territory
Prepare estimates, make 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 on matters of mutual concern
Represent the company at legal proceedings when required
Complete industry-related training and attend ongoing training on policy changes, interpretation and legislation
Assist in training new claims adjusters
Participate on the Catastrophe Team when required

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 required; or High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of ERIE sponsored formal education; or Bachelor's Degree required
Property Adjuster II: 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
Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory
Must serve on Catastrophe Team, including possible short-notice travel to other locations for periods exceeding two consecutive weeks
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
Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required
Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment
Ability to climb/access heights
Manual keying/data entry/inputting information/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 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