Auto Damage Claims Adjuster

Duties And Responsibilities

• Complete vehicle inspections
• Write estimates
• Determine total loss evaluations
• Set clear expectations and timelines
• Negotiate repair process with body shops
• Document information related to the claim
• Make decisions consistent with claims standards and local laws
• Evaluate and handle claim payments
• Resolve claims without payments
• Review and determine validity of any supplement requests

Must-have Qualifications

• A minimum of four years of relevant work experience with one year appraisal/estimatics or insurance experience
• {OR}
• An associate's degree and a minimum of three years relevant work experience with one year appraisal/estimatics or insurance experience
• {OR}
• A bachelor's degree and a minimum of one year appraisal/estimatics or insurance experience
• A valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and compliance with Progressive’s driving standards and/or policies

Preferred Skills

• Body shop and/or insurance estimating experience

Territory

This position covers the assigned geographical area of Edison, NJ and surrounding areas of Freehold and Linden, NJ as well as the Trenton, NJ area. We assess our workload collectively, which means you may cover assignments outside of your geographical area as well.

Compensation

$80,100 - $97,900/year; depending on experience

Gainshare

Annual cash incentive payment up to 16% of your eligible earnings based on company performance

Benefits

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
• Wellness & mental health programs
• Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
• Paid time off, including volunteer time off
• Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
• Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
• Career development & tuition assistance

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

The physical requirements and working conditions listed below are representative of those required on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Individual will work in the field, office, body shop, network shop, or service center environment and at time be expected to lift, bend stretch, walk, crouch, twist and/or lay on floor. Exposure to fumes, dust and odors from chemicals/solvents typically found in body shops. Must be able to move and/or lift 20 lbs. Involves standing and walking around the room to monitor work (e.g., training). Requires long periods of standing (e.g., mailroom). Involves frequent driving. Required to climb, balance, stoop, crouch and crawl.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without the need or potential need, of current or future sponsorship for employment. Progressive does not hire candidates with (e.g., F-1 CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT, H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN) statuses for this role.