divh2Property Adjuster II/h2pExercises independent discretion or judgment in handling all types of property claims. Also assists or acts on behalf of the claims supervisor when required./ppThis is a remote, work from home position in Virginia. The selected candidate will ideally live in New Kent, Hampton, Williamsburg and Newport News and/or surrounding areas. The hiring manager will also consider candidates for Property Adjuster I. Level of position offered will be based upon the depth and breadth of selected candidates experience and qualifications. A company car and equipment to work from home will be provided. Good time management and organization skills preferred. Ability to drive/travel regularly within the assigned territory./ppConducts investigations, interviews, and inspects damage, driving to site of damage within assigned territory or other if required. Prepares estimates, makes recommendation, and handles coverage questions, and litigation./ppSets and maintains reserves, reviews reports and related materials, directs experts, determines coverage and claim value, issues or declines payment, and negotiates claims with plaintiff attorneys when necessary./ppDocuments claim files and submits report for closure./ppRecognizes subrogation situations and initiates appropriate action./ppServices assigned territory and brings assigned claims to conclusion./ppInteracts with Agents and district sales managers on matters of mutual concern./ppAssists claims supervisor or acts on his/her behalf, including representing the company at legal proceedings, as required./ppCompletes industry-related training programs and continues to attend training programs to remain informed on policy changes, interpretation or new legislation./ppAssists in training of new claims adjusters./ppParticipates on Catastrophe Team when required./ppValues Diversity, Nimble Learning, Self-Development, Collaborates, Customer Focus, Information Management Skills, Cultivates Innovation, Instills Trust, Job-Specific Knowledge, Optimizes Work Processes, Ensures Accountability, Decision Quality./ppMinimum Educational and Experience Requirements: High School Diploma or GED and five years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required; or Bachelors Degree and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required./ppAdditional Experience: Incumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company. Position requires the incumbent to serve on Catastrophe Team, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks./ppDesignations and/or Licenses: Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses. Successful completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) program preferred. Valid drivers license and good driving record required./ppPhysical Requirements: Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for this role. Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Often (20-50%). Climbing/accessing heights; Moderate (30-40%). Driving; Frequent (50-80%). Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Often (20-50%). Lifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Often (20-50%). Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Often (20-50%). Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional (lt;20%)./p/div