Property Field Adjuster

Company Details

 

We’re a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, an A. M. Best A+ rated Fortune 500 holding company. Berkley is comprised of individual operating units that serve a defined insurance market segment. Berkley Risk is focused on providing self-insured entities program administration services and insurance operations which can include taking or sharing risk using Berkley paper. This capability allows us to customize both an insurance company option and a purely administrative option for our customers. 

Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for the investigation, evaluation and adjustment of municipal property claims for a dedicated program in Minnesota.

 

• Interview insureds, injured parties, witnesses and others as appropriate.
• Inspect property damage. 
• Review factual information to prepare damage estimates.
• Investigate assigned losses to determine coverage. 
• Evaluate loss exposure for various property losses.
• Evaluate and negotiate settlements based upon coverage document language. 
• Determine scope of loss and cost of repairs.
• Make recommendations regarding resolution of claims. 
• Make recommendations regarding litigation.
• Prepare reports for client company.
• Enter reports/file activity into electronic claim processing system.
• Accountable for results, customer service, and achieving departmental and unit objectives. 

  May perform other functions as assigned. 

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. 
• Must maintain a current/valid adjuster’s license at all times. 
• Must have a working knowledge of a variety of subjects including, but not limited to, insurance related laws/regulations and general construction.
• Must possess a high degree of literacy. 
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed. 
• Excellent human relations and customer service skills. 
• Strong PC skills and a working knowledge of Windows environment. 
• Must be proficient in analytical tasks. 
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and carry vehicle insurance coverage.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders to inspect roofs.

 

Education

• High school diploma or GED. 

Additional Company Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including: • Base Salary Range: $75k-$90k • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus • Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for the investigation, evaluation and adjustment of municipal property claims for a dedicated program in Minnesota.
 
- Interview insureds, injured parties, witnesses and others as appropriate.
- Inspect property damage. 
- Review factual information to prepare damage estimates.
- Investigate assigned losses to determine coverage. 
- Evaluate loss exposure for various property losses.
- Evaluate and negotiate settlements based upon coverage document language. 
- Determine scope of loss and cost of repairs.
- Make recommendations regarding resolution of claims. 
- Make recommendations regarding litigation.
- Prepare reports for client company.
- Enter reports/file activity into electronic claim processing system.
- Accountable for results, customer service, and achieving departmental and unit objectives. 
 May perform other functions as assigned.