Auto Damage Claims Adjuster Fredonia, NY

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As an auto damage claims adjuster youll serve as Progressives point of contact with customers directing and making decisions regarding the repair process from beginning to end. Managing your own inventory while working independently youll work closely with body shops and others to negotiate repair pricing and assess liability. Ideal candidates will possess leadership and conflict management skills along with strong attention to detail and a passion for providing excellent customer service.

This is a field position with access to a company car and frequent driving within your assigned geographical area. We assess our workload collectively which means you may cover assignments outside your geographical area. You may also be required to report into an office occasionally.

Duties and responsibilities

Complete vehicle inspections write estimates determine total loss evaluations and set clear expectations and timelines

Negotiate repair process with body shops

Document information related to the claim and make decisions consistent with claims standards and local laws

Evaluate and handle claim payments and resolution of claims without payments

Review and determine validity of any supplement requests

Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities

Must-have qualifications

A minimum of four years of relevant work experience with one year appraisal / estimatics or insurance experience

OR Associates degree and a minimum of three years relevant work experience with one year appraisal / estimatics or insurance experience

OR Bachelors degree and a minimum of one year appraisal / estimatics or insurance experience

Valid drivers license auto insurance and compliance with Progressives driving standards and / or policies

Compensation

$65000 - $79400 / year depending on experience

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

Location

The position covers the assigned geographical area of Jamestown NY. We assess our workload collectively which means you may cover assignments outside your geographical area as well.

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

Key Skills

Load & Unload,Organizational skills,Financial Concepts,Fraud,Math,Mediation Experience,Pricing,Conflict Management,Workers' Compensation Law,Medicare,negotiation,Workers' Compensation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 65000 - 79400