Independent Property Field Adjuster – Daily & CAT Claims |Nebraska

Vanguard Claims Administration•Lexington, NE

About The Position

Vanguard Claims Administration is seeking independent property field adjusters in Nebraska to inspect insured properties, write estimates, and compile claim reports. Adjusters contact insureds to arrange site visits, thoroughly assess property damage, evaluate losses, and prepare estimates using Xactimate and IA reports. The role requires compassionate service that is fast, fair, and easy for customers, while meeting carrier customer-service standards. Adjusters work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and manage their own workload.

Requirements

A minimum of 3–5 years of estimating or insurance adjusting experience.
An applicable active license in the state where the adjuster will work; evidence of an active license is required.
A valid driver’s license.
Ability to carry and set up a ladder and walk up and down it.
Ability to access roofs.
Ability to travel 90% of the time and work a non-traditional schedule based on customer availability.
Strong customer service experience.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to take initiative.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency in all aspects of Xactimate.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Communicate and negotiate effectively with customers and vendors.
Treat customers respectfully and compassionately.
Solve problems, make decisions, and take action.
Conduct research, investigate details, and estimate damage.
Create an organized work routine in a virtual environment.
Handle claims independently and responsibly in a professional and caring manner.
Support Vanguard's commitment to the highest ethical standards.
Communicate verbally and in writing about claim processes and procedures with customers, employees, leaders, and the Catastrophe Team.
Contact insureds to arrange inspections of loss sites.
Inspect properties, evaluate damage, write estimates using Xactimate, and compile claim reports.