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Farmers Insurance Group

Field Property Claims Adjuster: Princeton, NJ

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What they do

A Claims Adjuster or Specialist investigates and evaluates insurance claims. Specializes in a particular type of insurance. Inspects property damage, including damage to homes, buildings and cars; reviews claims after they are submitted; may authorize or deny payment for claims. May work directly for insurers or on behalf of claimants.

$82,938 / year median in New Jersey

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Workplace:
This is a field role requiring travel to and from policyholder homes. Candidate must live in or around Princeton, NJ. If you are looking for the following in your next career... Paid training through the award-winning and industry-leading University of Farmers. Flexibility and independence to work outside the confines of a desk job.
Total Rewards Benefits Package:
401K and a competitive starting salary. Rapid growth potential and management opportunities for success-oriented people through education, mentorship programs, and inspirational leadership at a company you can be proud of. … Then Farmers Insurance is the place for you! A Day in the Life of a Field Property Claims Adjuster Conduct both virtual and on-site investigations by visiting policyholders' residences to assess property damage, determine liability, evaluate the extent of loss, and negotiate fair settlements. Use claims handling software, a company car, and a laptop to determine claims-related damage and write estimates in a paperless environment. Evaluate and report on potential subrogation opportunities. Reports incidents involving theft, fraud, or arson to appropriate state and industry agencies. Perform duties independently, with work directly impacting management outcomes. Acts as a company representative in public interactions, maintaining a professional demeanor consistent with management standards. Engages regularly with a variety of stakeholders, including policyholders, claimants, agents, witnesses, contractors, law enforcement, fraud and arson investigators, attorneys, medical professionals, and other relevant parties. Use strong customer service skills to negotiate with policyholders to settle the claim. Performs additional duties as assigned. Promotes safety at all times and complies with safety/ergonomic standards as outlined in relevant company published manuals. Employees assigned to the Catastrophe team will be required to travel away from their residence for a specified period of time, usually consisting of 23 days. Although this is not a CAT-specific role, hires will be expected to commit to 1-3 CAT deployments per year. If You Have the
Following:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Excellent Customer service experience, preferably in a retail environment Construction or Insurance experience is highly desirable and preferred. Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
Computer Literate:
MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Proficiency with smartphones and applications. Eagerness to learn about insurance policies and property damage from the inside out to identify how coverage applies to a particular loss. Outgoing personality that would enjoy interacting with a wide variety of people including policyholders, claimants, agents, witnesses, and fraud investigators. Valid driver's license and Bondable. Final candidates will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record background check as this position may include a company vehicle. ... then this could be a great career opportunity for you! Final candidate qualifications may be reviewed against the requirements for the associated level of this role. Candidates Must be Willing and Able to: Climb Ladders to inspect roofs, and be comfortable working on rooftops, multiple times per day, Work in small, confined spaces that have been damaged; such as attics and crawlspaces. Achieve a minimum passing score on all claims training exams. Physical Actions and Environment Bending, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Sorting, Carrying up to 50 lbs., Climbing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Seeing Speaking (English), Reading (English), Writing (English), & Key Entering Required job duties are performed in the field and an in-home office environment. Exposure to some or all of the following environments when in the field: Uncontrolled outside environmental conditions, Excessive noise levels, Chemicals Chemical/Biological conditions, Moving mechanical parts, Areas considered dangerous, Conditions which could affect the respiratory system or skin such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, oils, smoke, soot, or poor ventilation. Benefits Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location. 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 Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$29.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Company car Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
On the road