Inside Senior Property Adjuster
San Antonio, TX - USA
Job Summary
Why USAA
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.
The Opportunity
As a dedicated Senior Property Adjuster you will work within defined guidelines and framework investigate evaluate negotiate and settle complex property insurance claims presented by or against our members. You will confirm/analyze coverage recognize liability exposure and negotiate equitable settlement in compliance with all state regulatory requirements. Adjusters recognize and empathize with members life events as appropriate.
This hybrid role requires an individual to be in the office 3 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio TX Phoenix AZ Colorado Springs CO Tampa FL or Chesapeake VA. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
The Inside Senior Property Adjuster role is a telephone concentrated environment without physical inspection of loss. This is an hourly non-exempt position with paid overtime available. Training will be approximately 12 weeks Monday Friday and hours may vary by location. Upon successful completion of training employees will transition to aneight-hour work shiftranging between 8:00 am 5:30 pm (local time) Monday to Friday with availability for occasional evenings and weekends based on business needs.
What youll do:
Proactively manages assigned claims caseload comprised of claims with moderate complexity damages that require commensurate knowledge and understanding of claims coverage.
Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate moderate complexity claims resolution. May also involve external regulatory coordination to ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.
Investigates claim damages by conducting research from various sources including the insured third parties and external resources. May identify and resolve potential discrepancies and identifies subrogation potential resulting from unusual characteristics.
Identifies coverage concerns reviews prior loss history determines and creates Special Investigation Unit (SIU) referrals when appropriate. Determines coverage through analyzing investigation information involving moderate complexity policy terms and contingencies.
Determines and negotiates moderate complexity claims settlement. Develops recommendations and collaborates with management for determining settlement amounts outside of authority limits and accurately manages claims outcomes.
Maintains accurate thorough and current claim file documentation throughout the claims process.
Applies proficient knowledge of estimating technology platforms and virtual inspection tools; Utilizes platforms and tools to prepare claims estimates to manage moderate complexity property insurance claims.
Applies working knowledge of industry standards of inspection damage mitigation and restoration techniques.
Serves as an informal resource for team members.
Recognizes and addresses jurisdictional challenges such as applicable legislation and construction considerations.
Supports workload surges and catastrophe (CAT) response operations as needed including mandatory on-call dates and potential evening weekend and/or holiday work outside normal work hours.
May be assigned CAT deployment travel with minimal notice during designated CATs.
Works various types of claims including ones of higher complexity and may be assigned additional work outside normal duties as needed.
Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified measured monitored and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
2 years relevant property adjusting and/or claims adjusting experience handling moderately complex claims or construction related industry/insurance experience.
Developing knowledge of residential construction.
Working knowledge of estimating losses using Xactimate or similar tools and platforms.
Demonstrated negotiation investigation communication and conflict resolution skills.
Working knowledge of property claims contracts and interpretation of case law and state laws and regulations.
Proficient in prioritizing and multi-tasking including navigating through multiple business applications.
May need to travel up to 50% of the year (local & non-local) and/or work catastrophe duty when needed.
Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.
What sets you apart:
Experience handling water loss claims including water mitigation water loss estimating and reconciliation
Experience desk adjusting property claims involving Dwelling Other Structures Loss of Use and Contents using virtual technologies (Hosta Hover Xactimate ClaimsX)
Experience handling large loss complex claims (i.e. water vandalism malicious mischief foreclosures earth movement appraisal collapse etc.)
Experience with full file ownership handling claims from start to finish (FNOL estimating reviewing policy making coverage decisions settlement)
Insurance industry designations such as AINS CPCU AIC SCLA (or actively pursuing)
Proficiency in Xactimate (Level 1 and/or Level 2 certification)
Experience in a call center environment
Currently hold an active Adjuster License
Bachelors degree
US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner
Physical Demand Requirements:
May require the ability to crouch and stoop to inspect confined spaces to include attics and go beneath homes into crawl spaces.
May need to meet all USAA safe driving requirements including verification of driving record through MVR & possession of valid drivers license.
May require the ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds to include lifting a ladder in and out of the trunk of a car.
May require the ability to climb ladders and traverse roofs this includes the ability to work at heights while inspecting roofs and attics.
Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $63590 - $114450
USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e. H-1B TN STEM OPT Training Plans etc.).
Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.
Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
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) pension life insurance parental benefits adoption assistance paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours and various wellness programs. Additionally our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
For more details on our outstanding benefits visit our benefits page on
Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.
USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
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