Appraiser

Appraiser - ADERP

Dallas Regional

3001 Dallas Parkway, Frisco, TX 75034

Your future is our business.

Our office located in Frisco, TX is seeking an Appraiser-ADERP. This position will perform the administrative duties of an Appraiser while consistently meeting production standards as defined within.

Capable of handling a variety of automobile appraisal reviews, re-writes and electronic re-inspections of varying complexity with minimal supervision.

Compensation based on applicable skills and experience. Starting base salary is $51,148.

Work from home may be available up to two days per week once trained to work independently.

Responsibilities :

• Establish fair and reasonable automobile repair costs by preparing accurate, legibly written desk appraisals and desk re-inspection through the use of manuals and / or computerized appraisal systems, application of sound repair practices, application of betterment, separation of non-related damage.
• Consistently exceed minimum standards relative to productivity and cycle time.
• When necessary, establish actual cash value of total losses, and determine accurate salvage values.
• Keep abreast of motor vehicle design changes and repair solutions and maintain a high level of awareness of technical advancements by continuing technical education.
• Maintain strong open lines of communication with the APD Supervisor, Regional APD Manager, APD Manager, branch employees and third party vendors.
• Assist in CAT assignment and estimate review process.
• May be called upon to handle other duties as required.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent education required
• 1-2 years of industry experience.
• Basic working knowledge of automobile body and mechanical repair practices, techniques and costs.
• APD experience and familiarity with company established appraisal workflow and APD Best Practices.
• Proficiency in use of automobile damage estimating manuals, computerized appraisal workflow, total loss and auditing systems used by Amica and its business partners.
• Complete familiarity with State Appraisal Licensing Law.
• Where applicable, obtain and maintain state required licensing. This may include Appraiser and / or Adjuster Licensing.
• Maintain various designations and certifications in the appraisal field.
• Good, analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Functional knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Complete required I-CAR Training.

Perks and Benefits :

• Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
• Competitive salaries and exceptional benefits
• Generous leave programs, including paid parental bonding leave
• Medical, dental, vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement programs
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement
• Generous retirement benefits
• Employee community involvement
• Strong relationships, lifelong friendships
• Opportunities for advancement in a successful and growing company

About Amica

Amica Mutual Insurance Company is America’s oldest mutual insurer of automobiles. A direct national writer, Amica also offers home, marine and umbrella insurance.

Amica Life Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary, provides life insurance and retirement solutions. Amica was founded on the principles of creating peace of mind and building enduring relationships for and with our exceptionally loyal policyholders, a mission that thousands of employees in offices nationwide share and support.

Equal Opportunity Policy : All qualified applicants who are authorized to work in the United States will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, ethnicity, age, national origin, ancestry, physical and / or mental disability, mental condition, military status, genetic information or any other class protected by law.

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of age with respect to individuals who are 40 years of age or older.

Employees are subject to the provisions of the Workers' Compensation Act.

Last updated : 2024-06-11

Salary : $51,148