Adjuster (2)

Ready to take the next step in your career? Maybe you’re looking for advancement opportunities, a better work-life balance, or just something new and exciting.
At Pekin Insurance, we strive to go Beyond the expected® in everything we do.
The Adjuster investigates, adjusts, and settles property and casualty (P&C) claims. The incumbent determines coverage, liability, and damages; and exercises independent discretion and judgment on claim handling.
What You'll Do

• Investigates P&C claims for losses presented by insureds and claimants
• Contacts and interviews witnesses, agents, vendors, insureds, and claimants to gather pertinent information
• Reviews police records, hospital and medical records, and repair estimates
• Writes estimates on damages
• Interprets policy coverage accurately when investigating a loss
• Documents investigation of losses and keeps file records
• Uses discretion and independent judgment in paying losses after damages and liabilities have been established
• Pays the loss after damages and liabilities have been established
• Maintains company vehicle in proper mechanical working order and appearance
• Studies training manuals, insurance books, pamphlets, and company policies in order to keep updated on accepted claim practices
• Completes monthly expense reports per company requirements
• Member of the claim catastrophe team
• Climbs roofs for inspection of damages
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You'll Need
Required

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Typically requires 1-3 years of industry experience

Preferred or Specialized

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Prior P&C claim experience preferred

Certifications & Licenses

• Associate in Claims (AIC) or Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation preferred
• Must have valid Driver’s License and good driving record

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Basic ability to:

• Listen, define, write, explain, and interpret ideas and policies
• Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure
• Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Work evenings, nights, and/or weekends as necessary
• Work comfortably in a fast-paced work environment
• Work as a team member and follow directions
• Process and handle confidential information with discretion
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Basic skill in:

• Completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail

Basic knowledge of:

• Technology and software relating to insurance claims and adjusting

What We Offer
We get it- You’re looking for a career with a company that invests in you. Our desire to enhance the employee experience through our benefits, work perks, and team-oriented environment made us one of 2019’s and 2020’s “Best Places to Work in Illinois.”
Some of what we offer includes paid volunteer time, reimbursement for industry certifications, flex time, and more.
Interested?

Job Type: Full-time