Physical Damage Specialist

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.

About the role

As a dedicated Field Physical Damage Specialist, you will, within defined guidelines and framework, be responsible for building relationships and providing oversight of our third-party vendors through virtual or in-person interactions with members, claimants, and third-party personnel. This is a field-based role in the Denver Metro area. Candidates who are willing and able to work in the Denver Metro area are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for on-boarding, oversight, maintaining partnerships, and coaching to performance of our contractual and/or operational goals as applicable.
• Evaluates vendor work product to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to the terms and conditions of the contract.
• Collaborates with 3PRM on vendor footprint to balance member needs and operational resources.
• Responsible for complaint and payment discrepancy resolution within the vendor MOI.
• Provides direction as needed on borderline Total Loss situations.
• Accountable for providing decisions and insight on physical damage losses within authority granted and advances requests for further authority as needed.
• Acquires and applies advanced knowledge of P&C insurance industry products, services, contracts and internal processes and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Supports workload surges and/or Catastrophe Operations, as needed.
• Assists with managing output/throughput and associated USAA adherence guidelines affiliated with Auto Physical Damage processes (e.g., Rental, Alternative Parts Utilization, Vehicle Owner Communication, Assignment Completions).
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
• 4 years auto physical damage estimating experience.
• Currently possess or acquire and maintain individual I-CAR Platinum Pro-Level 3 certification within 12 months of hire.
• Capability to prioritize, problem solve and effectively communicate next steps and path to resolution.
• Effectively communicates through multiple channels to include utilization of digital tools to drive speed, accuracy, and service.
• Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and designated number of attempts.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing/leading a body shop or oversight of body shop experience.
• US military experience gained through military service or gained as a military spouse / domestic partner [optional].

Pay

The salary range for this position is: $86,660 - $155,980. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Benefits

At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans.
• 401(k) and pension plans.
• Life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance.
• Paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours.
• Various wellness programs.
• Career path planning and continuing education to assist employees with their professional goals.