Property Adjuster

• Handle property claims within designated authority and exercise independent discretion or judgment
• Contact policyholders regarding property claims
• Conduct investigations and interview insureds and witnesses
• Inspect damage and prepare estimates
• Evaluate coverage, claim information, and total claim value
• Set and maintain adequate reserves
• Obtain and review reports, statements, records, and related materials
• 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
• Service the assigned territory and bring claims to conclusion
• Interact with agents and district sales managers
• Handle claims involving damage, coverage, and potentially litigation
• 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