East Zone Water Fire Smoke Virtual Property Claims Adjuster

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Job Summary

Investigates, determines responsibility, confirms coverage, establishes damages, and negotiates settlement of Water, Fire, and Smoke claims within East Zone Property.

Essential Job Functions

Conducts office investigation on assigned cases involving more complexity, confirms coverage, determines responsibility, establishes damages, reports status, and negotiates settlement (has authority to make payment of assigned claims within prescribed limits).
Reviews documentation on damaged property and vehicles, and determines claims related damage.
Reviews and adjusts estimates provided on the cost of repair or replacement of damaged or stolen property and vehicles.
May create damage estimate to establish the claims payment.
Communicates via telephone or other electronic means with policyholders, claimants, agents, witnesses, repair facilities, contractors/vendors, police and fire departments, state and county fraud and arson personnel, special investigators, attorneys, expert witnesses, members of the medical profession and all other persons integral to the investigation and processing of claims.
Determines and reports on subrogation potential.
Reports on potential salvage recovery to the Salvage COE.
Reports theft, fraud, and arson losses as required to federal state and industry agencies.

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Required to maintain an active adjusters license in states where required.

Experience Requirements

Candidate should have a minimum of three years prior claims experience.
Successful completion of the Special Office Claims Representative Validation process required.

Special Skill Requirement

Prior general work experience with demonstrated customer service and time management skills is preferred.
Strong written/verbal communication, critical thinking and negotiation skills
Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while multi-tasking and be proficient in the use of computer, internet, and Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
o CO Only: $30.38 - $44.58
o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $30.38 - $47.70
o MA Only: $30.38 - $47.70
o MD Only: $30.38 - $51.56
o NY/DC/Jersey City Only: $30.38 - $51.56
o Albany County: $32.42 - $44.58
Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

Job Location(s): Open to candidates in Eastern and Central timezones and Colorado.

Workplace: Hybrid or Remote, depending on location.

Salary Grade: Grade 33

Hiring Manager: Sean Baldini

Recruiter Name: Allison Berkenpas

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.