Property Claims Adjuster

6 days ago


Fresno, California, United States Crawford & Company Full time
Job Summary

Under limited supervision, resolves all types of the most serious losses, heavy commercial property losses or other assigned losses by investigating, negotiating settlements, presenting evidence in legal proceedings while maintaining high production levels; makes sales calls and presentations when requested.

Key Responsibilities
  • Examines claims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions and other records to determine coverages.
  • Investigates claims by interviewing claimants and witnesses, obtaining official reports, by inspecting physical damage, by comparing claim information with evidence.
  • Sets loss reserves.
  • Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information required by client, local, state and federal government and by Crawford & Company.
  • Settles claims after determining insurance carrier's liability, client's instructions, and authority levels required by obtaining demands and making offers to claimants, issuing settlement checks, making filings with regulatory agencies, disposing of salvage pursuing subrogation when appropriate.
  • Controls claim costs.
  • Maintains expected case load.
  • Recommends litigation when appropriate.
  • Presents evidence at legal proceedings producing reports and other documents as evidence.
  • Maintains company reputation and insurance product integrity by complying with federal and state regulations and service standards.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education.
  • Makes sales calls by calling on local businesses to solicit new business or maintain existing business.
  • May assist and mentor junior adjusters with claims handling.
  • Generally maintains and grows portfolio of business/clients.
  • Utilizes available technology/automation to maximize claim handling efficiency.
  • Conduct roof inspections as needed.
  • Upholds the Crawford Code of Business Conduct at all times.
  • Participates in special projects or performs duties in other areas as requested.
Requirements
  • College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Previous experience adjusting complex property claims or claims with heavy losses.
  • Must be licensed as required by state and local jurisdictions. Must have a valid driver's license. Must complete continuing education requirements as outlined by Crawford Educational Services. Associate in Claims (AIC) through AICPCU.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and mathematical ability.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Computer knowledge.
Physical Requirements
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to talk and hear.
  • Ability to see and read.
  • Reaching and manual dexterity for operating computer keyboard.
  • While performing the duties of this position, auto travel may be required.
  • The employee is required to extend hands and arms in various directions in order to handle files and associated paperwork; use hands/fingers in repetitive motion in keyboard usage; use hands/fingers to efficiently utilize a writing instrument.
  • Stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, is relative to office files, etc..
  • Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word is required, as well as the ability to convey detailed/important instructions in an accurate manner.
  • Ability to frequently talk or hear on a telephone and receive detailed information through oral communication is required.
  • Exertion up to 20 pounds of force is occasionally required and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
  • Visual activity requirements are those of Clerical Administrative. This is a minimum standard for use with those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, computer terminal, extensive reading, operation of machines, and using measurement devices.
  • Ability to ascend or descend stairwells.
  • Ability to climb up to and on rooftops.
  • Ability to climb ladders to inspect roofing/structural damage, and in some cases the ability to enter enclosed spaces
  • Ability to maintain balance when walking on narrow, slippery, or sloping surfaces.
  • Ability to work outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions.
  • Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word is required, as well as the ability to convey detailed/important instructions in an accurate manner.
  • Ability to frequently talk or hear on a telephone and receive detailed information through oral communication is required.
  • Visual activity requirements are those of Clerical Administrative. This is a minimum standard for use with those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, computer terminal, extensive reading, operation of machines, and using measurement devices.
What We Offer
  • Our total compensation plans provide each of our employees with far more than just a great salary
  • Pay and incentive plans that recognize performance excellence
  • Benefit programs that empower financial, physical, and mental wellness
  • Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance
  • that give back to the communities in which we live and work
  • A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit and inclusion


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