REMOTE: Field Claims Adjuster (NJ)

Field Claims Specialist

American National is seeking an experienced full-time team member to manage field property claims locally (personal lines as well as commercial and agriculture lines of business) with preferred residence in the following location: NJ territory.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for the operation of the independent field office within specified territory (Full life cycle property claims handling, including field inspections)
• Contact applicable parties, obtain recorded statements, explain the claim process, review coverage, investigate, and identify special investigation unit (fraudulent) indicators
• Review facts of loss, details of coverage, and investigative needs to properly assess damages
• Order police/fire reports, document claims files with the results of review and intention
• Conduct field investigations, unless independent adjuster assignment is deemed to be in the best interest of both the client and company
• Communicate, explain, and prepare estimates with detailed diagrams and reports
• Negotiate with insureds, contractors, and vendors
• Assess salvage/subrogation potential and monitor to conclusion
• Complete risk evaluations for both underwriting and claims
• Maintain ongoing contact with claimants, agents, attorneys, and internal clients regarding the status of claims files
• Conclude claims in compliance with all state rules and regulations
• Assist with claims handling in catastrophe (CAT) events which may include extended travel/overnight stays, (Company CAT team will deploy first, field adjusters secondary-with notice)
• Maintain continuing education (CE) courses for required state licensing

What You'll Need

• Property claims handling experience preferred (Relevant work experience may be considered) Example: Home Construction, Estimating positions
• Currently hold appropriate state adjuster license or obtain following date of hire (American National will incur fees associated / No out of pocket expenses)
• Physically capable to perform field assessments and evaluations (Climbing ladders/roofs and maneuvering within tight crawl space areas)
• Successfully pass a motor vehicle check and possess an active driver’s license

Salary for this position can range from $67938.00 for candidates who are minimally qualified through $101887.50 for more highly qualified candidates. Candidates outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill and education.

American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays. We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905. With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.