Field Auto Appraiser

Kemper • West Palm Beach, FL

69d

About The Position

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises. We are currently seeking a dynamic Field Auto Appraiser in the West Palm Beach area. Candidate must live in the assigned territory. You can work independently and remotely from your home! We will provide a company car, laptop computer, and other required equipment to ensure your success! This exciting job appraises and investigates customer reported damages. This position will also assist in the processing of Total Loss claim documentation.

Requirements

• Requires a preferred minimum of 3 years’ experience of auto damage field appraisals.
• High School Diploma required.
• Experience creating auto damage appraisals with an emphasis on auto body repair and refinishing is a must.
• Additional experience related to the repair of mechanical, frame, suspension and other related automotive components are of added benefit.
• Experience creating computerized appraisals on approved software is required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer literacy skills are required.
• Interpersonal skills must be adequate to effectively negotiate fair and equitable settlements of all amounts required to restore the damaged property to its pre-accident condition pursuant to all recognized industry and company standards.
• Excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive electronic appraisal assignments, through initiative and follow-through, setting appointments with customers for appraisal completion.
• Review, explain, and negotiate completed damage estimates with customers and shops.
• Issue payments on appropriate claims as well as document claims system and communicate with inside adjusters.
• Work with other appraisers to meet team goals.

Benefits

• Qualify for your choice of health and dental plans within your first month.
• Save for your future with robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts and various retirement plans.
• Learn and Grow with our Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications and continuing education programs.
• Contribute to your community through United Way and volunteer programs.
• Balance your life with generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Get employee discounts for shopping, dining and travel through Kemper Perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees