Commercial Property Claims Adjuster

Responsibilities

• Handle new and existing Commercial Property and Tenant property claims.
• Conduct telephone inquiries and/or direct the activities of independent adjusters, engineers, and building consultants to determine the cause of damage to property.
• Analyze information received during an investigation to establish appropriate reserves and make payments as warranted.
• Maintain diaries, accurate log notes, and proper reserves on assigned claims.
• Follow appropriate claims procedures for the investigation, payment, and disposition of claims.
• Review coverage questions with claims Manager and/or appropriate personnel of the principal.
• Identify and pursue valid SIU, Salvage, or Subrogation potential within established guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of work experience handling Commercial property claims.
• 1-2 years of either field experience or experience using Exactimate or similar estimating programs.
• Ability to understand insurance policies to determine coverage and damages.
• Communicates in a professional and efficient manner.
• Preferably have an active Adjuster license(s) or the ability to become licensed within 90 days of starting this position and maintain licensing with ongoing continued education.
• Able to make independent decisions, communicate regularly with others, and work in a small team environment.
• Understanding of business line products, policy language, exclusions, forms/endorsements, and effective claims handling practices.
• Able to handle matters with urgency and with attention to detail ensuring accuracy.
• Openness to the ideas and expertise of others and the ability to actively solicit input and share ideas.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent insurance degree, i.e., Associate in claims (AIC) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft products: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power point.

Pay

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. Discretionary incentive compensation may be awarded.

Benefits

Jencap also offers a range of benefits and programs, based on eligibility, which currently include but are not limited to; comprehensive health care coverage, a 401k plan, and tuition reimbursement.