Catastrophe Property Field Claims Adjuster

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At American Family Insurance Claims Services (AFICS, Inc.), we're embarking on a transformation of our claims capabilities to put customers at the center of what we do best – protecting and restoring their dreams when they need us most. We're using our expertise, technology and new ways of working to reinvent one of America's largest industries—creating positive impact that empowers our customers, communities, and company to succeed. We are problem solvers who ask important questions and handle challenges big and small. Together, we change what's expected of insurance. You will investigate and maintain property or catastrophe claims . You will determine liability, secures information, review coverages, arrange appraisals, and settles claims. You will report to the CAT Property Claims Manager. You will be deployed to the field when a catastrophe occurs. This role offers a company fleet vehicle with the position and there's an option to use the vehicle for personal use. You will be required to travel up to 75% for CAT duty. In this primarily home/field-based role, you will spend 80% of your time (4+ days per week) working from home or in the field. On occasion you may be asked to travel to an office location for in person engagement activities such as team meetings, trainings, and culture events. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of location and will be considered based upon the needs of the role. Relocation support offered for eligible candidates.Position Compensation Range:$55,000.00 - $90,000.00Pay Rate Type:SalaryCompensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.Primary AccountabilitiesInvestigate origin and cause of claims by contacting the appropriate parties including insureds, claimants, agents, attorneys, contractors, experts, special investigation unit, other adjusters, public personnel, etc.Identify complex issues and seeks assistance as needed. Handle claims on a good faith basis.Handle both 1st party and 3rd party claims under multiple policy types and numerous endorsements.Conduct on-site inspections when needed, evaluates damages, and handles claim negotiations with insureds, claimants, attorneys, public adjusters.Respond to customer inquiries, makes appropriate decisions and closes file.Interpret and determine policies, leases, by-laws, declarations, articles and contract coverages and applies to all parties for assigned losses.Provides all parties with claim process and status; answers questions or redirects to other areas.Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support, or service.Demonstrated experience handling 1st and 3rd party, multi-line claims across our operating territories, or other equivalent experience.Demonstrated experience handling moderately complex claims, or other equivalent experience.Solid knowledge and understanding of policies and endorsements related to casualty coverages, or other equivalent knowledge.Solid knowledge and understanding of each phase of the claim handling process, or other equivalent knowledge.Specialized Knowledge & Skills RequirementsDemonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support, or service.Demonstrated experience handling 1st and 3rd party, multi-line claims across our operating territories, or other equivalent experience.Demonstrated experience handling moderately complex claims, or other equivalent experience.Solid knowledge and understanding of policies and endorsements related to casualty coverages, or other equivalent knowledge.Solid knowledge and understanding of each phase of the claim handling process, or other equivalent knowledge.LicensesValid driver's license required plus an acceptable driving record.Obtain state specific property casualty claims licensing as required.Travel RequirementsCatastrophe duty up to 75% as applicable.Physical RequirementsAscending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. This position may require employees to visit areas that have a higher hazard than a typical office such as customer homes, body shops, or other locations.Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.Working ConditionsLow temperatures.High temperatures.Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.Noisy environments.Hazardous conditions.Poor ventilation.Small and/or enclosed spaces.Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with XactimateOne or more years property field claims experienceConstruction, restoration, or mitigation experience#LI-RemoteOffer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of applicable background checksOffer to selected candidate is contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement for proprietary information, trade secrets, and inventionsOur policy restricts consideration of applicants needing employment sponsorship (visa) to specialty occupations. Sponsorship will not be considered for this positionThe candidate(s) selected for this role will be employed by AFICS, Inc. (American Family Insurance Claims Services, Inc.), an affiliate of American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I.We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the requirements listed above. Skills can be used in many different ways, and your life and professional experience may be relevant beyond what a list of requirements will capture. We encourage those who are passionate about what we do to apply!We provide benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. You will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health. We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution, a pension plan, an annual incentive, 9 paid holidays and a paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees). In addition, our student loan repayment program and paid-family leave are available to support our employees and their families. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for American Family Insurance Group benefits.We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination, non-harassment and equal opportunity. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.#LI-CW1


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