Independent Property Field Adjuster

RYZE Claim Solutions

. Investigate and evaluate daily property claims on behalf of clients .

Posted 10/22/2026contractRemote • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing property claims, interpreting insurance policies, and applying industry practices while providing exceptional customer service. Proficient in using estimating software and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards for independent contractors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Property Claims ManagementXactimate Estimating SoftwareSymbility Estimating SoftwareInsurance Policies UnderstandingGeneral Construction Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Property Claims HandlingInsurance PracticesClaims Decision MakingPolicy Coverage InterpretationReserve Establishment

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceProfessional ConductEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaAssociate's DegreeBachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Insurance GuidelinesClaims PracticesConstruction MethodsRepair StandardsIndependent Contractor Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate and evaluate daily property claims on behalf of clients
Manage assigned claims promptly and effectively with minimal oversight
Make claim decisions within delegated authority and according to company and carrier policies
Interpret policy coverages and apply appropriate claims practices
Establish and communicate reserves in alignment with carrier expectations
Maintain current knowledge of insurance policies, guidelines, and industry practices
Apply knowledge of local construction methods, pricing, and repair standards
Submit supplemental reports, including severe incident reports and ITV reports, as needed
Provide customer service to insureds, clients, and stakeholders
Maintain professional conduct throughout assignments
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 2 years of experience handling property claims
Minimum 2 years of experience using Xactimate and Symbility estimating software
Strong understanding of insurance policies, practices, and procedures
General construction knowledge strongly preferred
Must be free from company control and direction in how work is performed to qualify as a 1099 contractor under the ABC test
Work must be performed outside the usual course of the company’s business to qualify as a 1099 contractor under the ABC test
Must be customarily engaged in an independently established trade or business to qualify as a 1099 contractor under the ABC test
Responsible for own taxes, insurance, and business expenses

Benefits

Comp & perks

Per-file commissions
1099 independent contractor arrangement
Ability to provide services to other clients or entities, subject to applicable confidentiality or non-compete terms
Contractor controls the manner, timing, and method of completing work, consistent with client expectations