Appraiser

• Complete credible and well-supported valuations for residential properties
• Manage assignments efficiently while maintaining quality and compliance
• Utilize available tools and resources to streamline workflow
• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients when needed
• Stay up to date with industry regulations and best practices

Certified Residential Appraiser

• Inspect, evaluate, and determine repair or total-loss values for complex vehicle damage claims in the field
• Review assigned claims and contact insureds and other affected parties
• Set expectations for the claim process
• Initiate and maintain claim documentation in the claim handling system
• Complete complex coverage analysis and identify all applicable policyholder benefits
• Create additional sub-claims when needed
• Investigate claim facts to determine payment, limits, exclusions, and recovery potential
• Review damages and determine applicability of state law and other claim factors
• Evaluate financial loss values and approve appropriate payments
• Refer claims to Underwriting, Recovery Units, or the Claims Special Investigation Unit when necessary
• Document and code claim files and complete claim closure activities
• Negotiate with repair facilities, customers, and vendors
• Handle complex Auto Physical Damage claims, including total-loss settlements, vehicle inspections, and damage estimates
• Manage Direct Repair Shops for program compliance when assigned to the DRS Examiner role
• Determine damage cause, establish liability, and identify subrogation potential
• Monitor repairs and approve car rental expenses
• Oversee APD litigation cases, including attorney and budget management, mediation participation, and settlement-position decisions
• Assist the Claim Manager with file reviews and training
• Operate with minimal supervision and independent authority on technically challenging and high-severity claims
• Provide guidance on technical issues, policy interpretation, and claim-resolution strategies

Appraiser jobs in Michigan

Certified Residential Appraiser

Field Auto Appraiser