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Claims Adjuster - Homeowners

Employer
The Philadelphia Contributionship
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Salary
Competititve salary, annual bonus, company car and great benefits package
Closing date
Aug 31, 2019

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Category
Claims
Job Type
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Homeowners’ Field Claims Adjuster (Philadelphia, PA)

The Philadelphia Contributionship is the oldest successful property and casualty insurance company in the United States, having been founded by Ben Franklin in 1752.  We write homeowners insurance in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.  We have an A (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best and have been consistently recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia area.

We currently have an opening for a Field Property Claim Rep.  This position is responsible for the outside adjustment and settlement of first party property losses. Territory will be in the city of Philadelphia.  This is a full time position, which includes a complete benefits package, a company car and participation in our annual bonus program.

Responsibilities of a Field Property Claim Rep:

  • Travels to loss sites and Investigates losses by interviewing the insured and examining the damage. Takes statements if necessary.
  • Writes and prepares damage estimates to determine the fair value of losses within authority.
  • Sets accurate case reserves in accordance with company procedures and adheres to the established claim adjustment standards, along with individual goals/expectations.
  • Prepares a variety of forms pertinent to loss payments and file documentation.
  • Processes and records all salvage/subrogation opportunities on all assigned losses.                   
  • Develops and maintains working relationships with vendors in the construction/repair industry.
  • Handles third party liability field investigations as directed.   
  • Evaluates and settles all claims within settlement authority.                                              
  • Special projects as assigned.

Hiring requirements:

  • College degree or insurance designation and equivalent work experience (Minimum 3 years work experience adjusting property claims).
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
  • Strong computer skills including working knowledge of Xactimate, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
  • Superior customer service skills and approach
  • Ability to work independently with little direct supervision
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Must be able to visit loss sites by vehicle and perform inspections of damage.
  • Loss sites may include fire, water, wind damage and may require climbing, bending, stooping, lifting in order to assess damage.
  • Experience with innovative claims technology such as drones or mobile adjusting apps is strongly preferred.

Company

At The Philadelphia Contributionship, we often speak about our roots—the company’s history, the homes we protect, long-term clients, and beyond. Yet what makes all of this possible is the decision by a diverse group of caring and productive people to put down their professional roots here.

Our company is built on relationships and that certainly extends to each member of our team. We strive for TPC to be a place of accomplishment, growth, and fun.

In 2017, we once again earned the “Top Workplaces” designation from Philly.com.

Our commitment to community involvement makes a difference in people’s lives. Whether it’s partnering with the Philadelphia Fire Department to install smoke detectors or one of the dozens of causes that TPC colleagues and/or Board members support, giving back is a part of who we are at The Philadelphia Contributionship.

Join our team and become part of this amazing story.

Company info
Website
Location
210 South 4th Street City
Philadelphia
19106
US

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