Sr. Homeowner Claims Field Adjuster - San Jose, CA (Local)

San Jose, CA

Employer:	CSAA Insurance Exchange
Category:	Customer Service
Job Type:	Full Time
Description
CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the top personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the U.S. Our employees proudly live our core beliefs and fulfill our enduring purpose to help members prevent, prepare for and recover from life's uncertainties, and we're proud of the culture we create together. As we commit to progress over perfection, we recognize that every day is an opportunity to be innovative and adaptable. At CSAA IG, we hire good people for a brighter tomorrow. We are actively hiring for a Sr. Homeowner Claims Field Adjuster in San Jose, California! Join us and support CSAA IG in achieving our goals. Please note that this is a remote position located in San Jose, CA & the surrounding areas. Local travel will be required. Your Role: As a Sr. Homeowner Claims Field Adjuster, you will obtain and record required loss information from the insured. Under close supervision, you will investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle homeowners' property/personal property claims, including adjustment to conclusion; involves low- to higher-complexity claims that typically require physical inspection. You will be the owning adjuster for all claims assigned at the Sr. Field Adjuster level. In this role, you will be expected to progress to the competency level of a Level 5 Homeowner Adjuster. May be required to assign, coordinate, and oversee independent adjuster assignments. Your Work: Investigate and evaluate all elements of property loss claims of moderate-high severity both in the field and virtually. Contacts and meets with the insured or 3rd party virtually or in-person to photograph and inspect all damaged dwellings, other structures, and personal property. Determines scope of repairs. Prepares a repair bid using Xactimate estimating system. Comes to an agreed cost of repair with the insured, and possibly Network Repair Program contractor (NRP) or insured's contractor. Follows the repair process to conclusion. With the assistance of experts where needed, ensures that the cause of the loss is thoroughly investigated and identified. Settles and pays dwelling or other structure damages once the coverage analysis is completed. Handles all correspondence to ensure the file is regulatory compliant. Required Experience, Education and Skills: High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelor's degree or combination of education and experience preferred. A minimum of four years of claims experience is required, with a preferred emphasis on homeowner claims. What would make us excited about you? Strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in basic math and computer skills, with the ability to type 30 wpm. Proven customer service skills. Experience in handling multiple homeowner state policies and understanding of fair claims settlement practices and building codes preferred. Knowledge of and writing skills in Xactimate repair estimating system. Prior experience doing field inspections. Knowledge of home construction. Shows respect for differences through excellent communication skills with people from an array of backgrounds. Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., participating in employee resource groups, volunteering, etc.). Lives into cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters: helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.). Travels as needed for role, including local travel as well as occasional divisional / team meetings and other in-person meetings. Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc. CSAA IG Careers At CSAA IG, we're proudly devoted to protecting our customers, our employees, our communities, and the world at large. We are on a climate journey to continue to do better for our people, our business, and our planet. Taking bold action and leading by example. We are citizens for a changing world, and we continually change to meet it. Join us if you... BELIEVE in a mission focused on building a community of service, rooted in inclusion and belonging. COMMIT to being there for our customers and employees. CREATE a sense of purpose that serves the greater good through innovation. Recognition: We offer a total compensation package, performance bonus, 401(k) with a company match, and so much more! Read more about what we offer and what it is like to be a part of our dynamic team at https://careers.csaa-insurance.aaa.com/us/en/benefits Submit your application to be considered. We communicate via email, so check your inbox and/or your spam folder to ensure you don't miss important updates from us. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact TalentAcquisition@csaa.com. As part of our values, we are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at CSAA IG. We actively celebrate colleagues' different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us. We are always recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the U.S. workforce. The diversity of our team fosters a broad range of ideas and enables us to design and deliver a wide array of products to meet customers' evolving needs. CSAA Insurance Group is an equal opportunity employer. The national average hourly pay range for this position is $38.86 - $43.18. However, we have a location-based compensation structure. Our salary ranges vary and are calculated based on county of residence. The full hourly rate range for this position across all the states we hire in is $35.01 - $51.88. This role also includes an opportunity for a company-wide annual discretionary bonus, through our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP), of up to 10% of eligible pay. If you apply and are selected to continue in the recruiting process, we will schedule a preliminary call with you to discuss the role and will disclose during that call the available salary/hourly rate range based on your location. Factors used to determine the actual salary offered may include location, experience, or education. Must have authorization to work indefinitely in the US. Please note we are hiring for this role remote anywhere in the United States with the following exceptions: Hawaii and Alaska. #LI-CH1 #HP_RX

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Sr. Homeowner Claims Field Adjuster - San Jose, CA (Local)

San Jose, CA

Description