Independent Field Adjuster - Parker Loss Consultants
Syracuse, NY
About the Job
Parker Loss Consultants is Hiring a Field Adjusters in Syracuse!
Parker Loss Consultants is a national provider of specialty claims management services, including Commercial Property, Commercial Liability and Personal lines of business. Our focus is on each client's trust in our ability to pro-actively manage their Large / Complex assignments. We maintain a consistent approach in managing adjuster caseloads to avoid overlooked opportunities and costly mistakes.
The Field Adjuster is responsible for investigating both residential and commercial property claims consisting of, but not limited to the following: evaluating damages, determining coverage, setting accurate loss reserve estimates, control the insured's exposures and losses, and managing contractors such as mitigation vendors and other vendors to achieve a prompt, fair and equitable settlement according to fair claims handling requirements. This key business role may occur in either daily claims handling, during times of catastrophic events (“CAT”), or both.
Sounds like the perfect job match? Great! Keep reading to learn more!
What you'll be doing:
- Conducts a prompt and thorough review of each loss including extent of stated damage, applicable policy(s), and any extenuating circumstances.
- Conducts on-site review of loss locations to determine facts relative to damages, exposure, etc.
- May manage and interface with 3rd party vendors, such as mitigation companies, when needed to help determine facts, damages, and exposure. Reviews and monitors costs to help ensure they are both reasonable and necessary.
- Immediately following review of loss location(s), sets costs estimates and reserves for each claim
- Creates independent estimate for loss/damage rep
- Provides regular updates on the claim statues to various internal and external stakeholders
- Consistently meets requirements of turnaround times established between PLC and the insurance company
- Effectively negotiates the settlement of claims of varying perils and complexities
What you'll bring:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2 years experience in field adjusting (minimum 1 year specific to excess and surplus lines required)
- Demonstrated proficiency with Xactimate™, Xactanalysis™ or other estimating software
- Demonstrated ability to be self-sufficient, organized, work independently, and consistently meet aggressive timelines
- Strong verbal/phone, written, and interpersonal skills
- Ability and willingness to travel for extended amounts of time during times of catastrophic events (for CAT adjusters)
Parker Loss Consultants, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law.