divh2Property Adjuster I/h2pExercises independent discretion or judgment in handling property claims within designated level of authority. Also responsible for servicing assigned territory and may handle litigated claims./ppThis is a remote, work from home position in Virginia. The selected candidate will ideally live in Dinwiddie, Mecklenburg, Brunswick, Nottoway, Geensville, Prince Edward, Amelia, Chesterfield County and/or surrounding areas. The hiring manager will also consider candidates for Property Adjuster II. 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./ph3Duties and Responsibilities/h3ulliContacts policyholders regarding property claims within level of authority. Conducts investigations, interviews insureds and witnesses, inspects damage and prepares estimates. Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage of claims./liliHandles property claims within designated authority. Sets and maintains adequate reserves. Obtains and reviews reports, statements, records and related materials as required. Evaluates information to determine coverage and total value of claim. Determines payments and issues checks or declines payment as required./liliDocuments claim files and submits final report to file for closure./liliIdentifies subrogation situations and initiates appropriate action./liliServices assigned territory and brings assigned claims to conclusion./liliInteracts with agents and district sales managers on matters of mutual concern./liliHandles property claims involving damages or coverage. May handle litigated claims, including negotiating with plaintiff attorney, or coordinates litigation with defense counsel as required./liliDevelops and applies a working knowledge of estimating practices and procedures relating to the adjustment of property claims./liliAttends industry-related training programs and attends other training sessions to stay current on policy changes, interpretation or new legislation./liliSuccessfully completes Technical Learning Center Training within one year of hire date./liliParticipates on Catastrophe Team when required./li/ulh3Capabilities/h3ulliValues Diversity/liliNimble Learning/liliSelf-Development/liliCollaborates/liliCustomer Focus/liliInformation Management Skills/liliCultivates Innovation/liliOptimizes Work Processes (IC)/liliJob-Specific Knowledge/liliInstills Trust/liliEnsures Accountability/liliDecision Quality/li/ulh3Qualifications/h3pstrongMinimum Educational and Experience Requirements/strong/pulliHigh School Diploma or GED and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required; or/liliHigh School Diploma or GED and successful completion of ERIE sponsored formal education; or/liliBachelors Degree required./li/ulpstrongAdditional Experience/strong/pulliIncumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company./liliPosition requires incumbent to serve on catastrophe duty, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks./li/ulpstrongDesignations and/or Licenses/strong/pulliWillingness to pursue and complete Technical Learning Center Training required./liliSuccessful completion of AIC 33 and AIC 35 preferred./liliWillingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses./liliValid drivers license and good driving record required./li/ulh3Physical Requirements/h3ulliUse of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for this role./liliAbility to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Often (20-50%)/liliClimbing/accessing heights; Rarely/liliDriving; Frequent (50-80%)/liliLifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Often (20-50%)/liliLifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Often (20-50%)/liliManual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Often (20-50%)/liliPushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional (lt;20%)/li/ulpNearest Major Market: Richmond/p/div