Field Adjuster - Minnesota
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Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company
MN
Summary
The Field Adjuster is responsible for managing, investigating, and resolving property claims while providing fair and timely service to policyholders. They must communicate with experts, negotiate settlements, and prepare detailed damage estimates using industry software.
Job Description
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- Employment Eligibility (e-Verify): English & Spanish
- Right to work: English / Spanish
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Position Overview:
The Field Adjusters primary responsibility is to manage, investigate and resolve assigned property claims. This position is dedicated to providing customer service to policyholders by providing fair and timely resolutions of claims. The Field Adjuster understands insureds needs and provides advice in order to deliver appropriate solutions.
The following are the usual, basic and essential functions of the position. These functions are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Communicate with independent adjusters and other experts to gather information on claims
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Negotiate and explain settlements with the insured and/or their representatives
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Answer incoming telephone calls from agents, public adjusters, insureds, and other vendors
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Review and analyze written information
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Knowledge of multiple policy forms
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Prepare reports based on the policy language
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Prepare detailed estimates of the damage
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Understanding of estimating software
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Rely on training and guidance from management to plan and accomplish goals
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Experience writing Property estimates using Xactimate or related software
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Ability to climb on ladders to inspect roofs
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Ability to carry a 40-pound ladder
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Supports catastrophe operations as needed to include working extended hours during designated CATs
Required Knowledge, Skills & Ability
Must possess a valid claims adjuster license.
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High School Diploma or GED
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2+ years property field adjusting experience
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
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Must possess Insurance License
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Possession of other state license as required by management
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Ability to work independently as well as a team player
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Ability to multi-task
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Computer savvy
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Basic calculator skills
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Working knowledge of ISO policies
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Valid driver’s license
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Vehicle provided at Company discretion
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Bilingual preferred #ZR
Benefit Highlights
- Industry leading medical, dental and vision insurance plan
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of 100% on up to 5% of compensation (match is fully-vested immediately)
- Generous PTO policy
- Eligible for performance based bonuses
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company (UPCIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc., is one of the leading writers of homeowners insurance in Florida. UPCIC is fully licensed and has commenced its operations in Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Virginia. We have established strong relationships with a network of over 7,000 independent agents by emphasizing personal interaction, offering superior services and maintaining an exclusive focus on homeowners insurance.
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company (UPCIC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc., is one of the leading writers of homeowners insurance in Florida. UPCIC is fully licensed and has commenced its operations in Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Virginia. We have established strong relationships with a network of over 7,000 independent agents by emphasizing personal interaction, offering superior services and maintaining an exclusive focus on homeowners insurance.
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Fort Lauderdale, FL