Claim Specialist – Property Field Inspection

State Farm

. Conduct on-site inspections and assessments of residential and commercial property damages .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeHermiston • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,090 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting property inspections, evaluating claims, and guiding policyholders through the claims process while ensuring regulatory compliance. Proficient in using mobile and desktop tools for documentation and possesses strong analytical and communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Property Damage InspectionClaims InvestigationRegulatory Compliance EvaluationCustomer Service ExperienceXactimate Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Claims AdjustmentDamage EstimationPolicy InterpretationAnalytical SkillsDetail OrientationProblem InvestigationNegotiation SkillsBuilding Construction KnowledgeWater Mitigation PrinciplesRope and Harness Safety Training

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsDecision-MakingFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Mobile Office ToolsDesktop Documentation ToolsXactContents

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Property InsuranceResidential ClaimsCommercial ClaimsRisk ManagementInsurance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct on-site inspections and assessments of residential and commercial property damages
Meet with insureds as the first point of contact
Explain coverage, estimate damages, and guide policyholders through the claims process
Collaborate with policyholders, insurance agents, and other involved parties
Gather evidence, document findings, and prepare detailed reports
Investigate and adjust personal and commercial property claims with exposures up to $500,000
Evaluate coverage and policy terms for claim validity and regulatory compliance
Negotiate and settle claims within authorized limits
Provide customer service and address inquiries and concerns
Work from home and use a mobile office/vehicle for in-person appointments
Service the assigned Hermiston/East Oregon territory and occasionally assist other territories
Complete required training and work flexible, overtime, and irregular hours as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced and highly skilled professional
Ability to investigate problems, evaluate information, and make well-supported decisions
Ability to interpret detailed policies, guidelines, or technical information and apply them accurately
Ability to quickly learn unfamiliar concepts, processes, and terminology
Ability to effectively interact with policyholders, agents, and other stakeholders
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for difficult/emotional conversations
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
Proficiency using mobile/desktop tools to document and support claims in the field and remotely
Physical ability to walk, bend, reach, kneel, squat, stoop, lift, carry, unfold, and climb ladders
Ability to use appropriate equipment to traverse roofs at various heights and pitches
Ability to crawl in tight spaces
May be required to complete Rope and Harness Safety Training
Valid driver's license required
Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, overtime, and/or irregular hours
Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as Risk Management, Insurance, Business, Construction Management, or similar discipline preferred
Customer service experience preferred
Understanding of property insurance concepts preferred
Baseline knowledge of residential and commercial building construction and materials preferred
Familiarity with water mitigation principles and inspection processes preferred
Working knowledge of Xactimate and XactContents preferred
Successful completion of required training, applicable proficiency/licensing exams, MVR checks, and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary
Annual raise and bonus
State Farm pays most of healthcare premium
Multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan
100% coverage for in-network preventative care on all medical plans
Vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals
Industry leading training programs
Tuition assistance programs
Employee resource groups
Mentoring
Fertility/IVF/adoption assistance
College coaching
National discount programs
Interactive monthly financial workshops
Free financial coaching
State Farm Federal Credit Union savings/financing options
Up to 20 days annually initially
Parental leave
Paid holidays
Celebration day
Life leave (40 hours/year)
Bereavement leave
Community service/education support days
Matching Gift Program
Good Neighbor Grant Program
Employee Assistance Fund
Free financial advisors
401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of salary
Work from home opportunities for virtual work