Property Adjuster (Resident)

Shelter Mutual Insurance Company•Indianapolis, IN

4d•Remote

About The Position

This is a position where the adjuster works from home, living in and servicing Indianapolis including the cities of Anderson, Fort Wayne, Greenfield, Muncie and the surrounding areas. The adjuster must live in the area to provide the level of customer service expected. Home office equipment and company vehicle provided.

Requirements

Investigative, analytical, organizational and decision-making skills
Knowledge of automobile repair and property construction
Ability to learn through on-the-job training/training courses
Superior skills in negotiation, customer service, written and verbal communication
Ability to travel long distances and overnight when needed and lift/move as necessary for inspection in all temperatures
Strong skills in technology
Efficient in time management to maintain schedules and deadlines
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

Credit Bureau Report, Motor Vehicle Report and Criminal Background Check may be ordered on final candidates.

Responsibilities

Investigate, analyze, evaluate, and settle insurance claims involving property damage losses.
Determine value of a claim and negotiate settlements within prescribed limits of authority, in accordance with established procedures and consistent with legal and contractual obligations.
Position specializes in adjusting claims requiring coverage investigation and physical inspection.
Assist with training of Adjusters and provide expertise.
May involve handling of complex property losses requiring expertise in fraud detection and prevention.
May be assigned duties with regard to catastrophe teams for property losses.
May involve extensive travel handling weather-related claims in a variety of geographic locations.