Field Adjuster - Chicago, IL (Local Only)

Position Overview

The primary duties of a field adjuster are to inspect the loss and prepare documents detailing the claim. Essential Job Functions include:

• Communicate with desk examiners, insureds, attorneys, and other experts to gather information on claims
• Negotiate settlements with the insured and/or their representatives
• Prepare reports based on the policy language and submit payment recommendations to the desk examiners
• Prepare detailed estimates of the damage
• Manage workload and submit closing documents in a timely fashion

Marginal Job Functions

• Answer incoming telephone calls from attorneys, agents, public adjusters and insureds
• Rely on training as well as guidance from management to plan and accomplish goals

Skill, Experience And Licensure Requirements

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Some degree of creativity and latitude is a plus
• Must possess a Florida 6-20 Insurance License
• Possession of out of state license as required by management
• Ability to work independently as well as a team player
• Ability to multi-task

Other Skills/Abilities

• Computer savvy
• Estimating software knowledge
• Basic calculator skills
• Working knowledge of ISO policies