What are the responsibilities and job description for the Property Adjuster position at Crawford & Company?
Under general supervision and direction, resolves moderately complex residential and commercial property claims by investigating losses, negotiating settlements, presenting evidence in legal proceedings while maintaining adequate production levels.
- Examines claims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions and other records to determine coverages.
- Investigates claims by interviewing claimants and witnesses, obtaining official reports, by inspecting physical damage, and by comparing claim information with evidence.
- Sets loss reserves.
- Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information required by client, local, state and federal government and by Crawford.
- Settles claims by determining insurance carrier's liability, client's instructions and authority levels required by obtaining demands and making offers to claimants, issuing settlement checks, making filings with regulatory agencies, disposing of salvage, pursuing subrogation when appropriate.
- Controls claims costs
- Maintains company reputation and integrity of insurance products by complying with federal and state regulations and service standards.
- Recommends litigation when appropriate.
- Presents evidence at legal proceedings, producing reports and other documents as evidence.
- Maintains expected case load.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education.
- Product supervision focuses primarily on product being presented to clients.
- Conduct roof inspections as needed.
- Upholds the Crawford Code of Business Conduct at all times.
- Participates in special projects or performs duties in other areas as requested.
- College degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 6 months experience or completion of Crawford and Company basic property class, and/or continuing education requirements.
- Must be licensed as required by state and local jurisdictions. Outside adjusters must have a valid driver's license. Must complete continuing education requirements as outlined by Crawford Educational Services.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Good attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and mathematical ability.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to handle challenging situations and people.
Why Crawford?
Because a claim is more than a number - it's a person, a child, a friend. It's anyone who looks to Crawford on their worst days. And by helping to restore their lives, we are helping to restore our community - one claim at a time.
At Crawford, employees are empowered to grow, emboldened to act and inspired to innovate. Our industry-leading team pioneers new solutions for the industries and customers we serve. We're looking for the next generation of leaders to take this journey with us.
We hail from more than 70 countries and speak dozens of languages, reflecting the global fabric of the audience we serve. Though our reach is vast, we proudly operate as One Crawford: united in purpose, vision and values. Learn more at www.crawco.com.
When you accept a job with Crawford, you become a part of the One Crawford family.
Our total compensation plans provide each of our employees with far more than just a great salary
- Pay and incentive plans that recognize performance excellence
- Benefit programs that empower financial, physical, and mental wellness
- Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance
- Sustainability programs that give back to the communities in which we live and work
- A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit and inclusion
