Field Auto Adjuster - Spokane, United States - Allstate Insurance Company

Description

The world isn't standing still, and neither is Allstate. We're moving quickly, looking across our businesses and brands and taking bold steps to better serve customers' evolving needs. That's why now is an exciting time to join our team. You'll have opportunities to take risks, challenge the status quo and shape the future for the greater good.

You'll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards - a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramount. We empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Our people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.

Everything we do at Allstate is driven by a shared purpose: to protect people from life's uncertainties so they can realize their hopes and dreams. For more than 89 years we've thrived by staying a step ahead of whatever's coming next - to give customers peace of mind no matter what changes they face. We acted with conviction to advocate for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws. We help give survivors of domestic violence a voice through financial empowerment. We've been an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, digital photo claims and, more recently, device and identity protection.

We are the Good Hands. We don't follow the trends. We set them.

Summary

A day in the life of the Field Auto Damage Adjuster, and what it takes to do the job

As a Field Auto Adjuster, you will play a crucial role in our Auto claims handling process by writing estimates directly at customer homes, repair shops, or tow yards. Your job will involve a variety of customer/shop interactions, including face-to-face, virtual, and written communication, as you assess and finalize estimates. With a diverse range of workstreams, including repairable estimates, total loss assessments, and virtual inspections, you will enjoy a dynamic and engaging work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

The Customer Service Expert - you'll live into Allstate's Claims Culture by caring, empowering, and restoring, and you will accomplish that by being compassionate, clear, and a committed partner in each Casualty claim. You lead with empathy, always.

The Investigator - you'll confidently and independently investigate casualty (and applicable LOB (line of business)) claims by performing detailed reviews of damage and interpreting policies to determine coverage.

The Effective Communicator - you'll use phone, emails and sometimes even video chat with customers to help them through a fast, fair, and easy claims process. You'll also incorporate a specific approach to claim handling to offer the customer their preference of communication to efficiently discuss their claim needs and keep them updated on the claim progress.

The Negotiator - You will evaluate and negotiate claims settlements with customers, vendors, third party carriers and claimants, in accordance with all legal and business standard methodologies. With negotiations, you will incorporate tactics in handling challenging and complex situations.

The Problem Solver - you'll utilize multiple tools to get the job done in a fast-paced environment, including estimate tools, job aids, and additional settlement platforms, all while using your sharp critical thinking skills.

The Recorder - you'll protect the company financially by executing policies along policy agreements, and you keep a clear record of your work in a claims system that you will be trained on. You'll accomplish this by ensuring timely and accurate documentation is completed as you work on each claim.

Work Location

• This position is a field-based role.To be eligible for this role, you must be located in the following locations: Spokane WA
• This position is eligible for a monthly internet stipend of $80 to offset the costs of internet expenses

Company Car

Based on our Company Car Guidelines, this role may qualify for a company car. Our leadership team determines this based on annual work mileage for this location. You may be required to use your personal vehicle until these guidelines are met. We offer mileage reimbursements for personal vehicle usage during work."

"Please note, you may be required to attend 1-week of training that will take place in Wheeling, IL."

Preferred Qualifications

• You have 18 months+ experience in auto Collision estimating using CCC or Mitchell.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with customers.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to write precise and comprehensive estimates.
• Comfortable with utilizing technology and various platforms for claims processing.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as part of the job requirements.

Notice of Licensing Requirement

• As a condition of employment, you may be expected to obtain an adjuster's license in multiple markets
• All required licenses will need to be obtained within 60 days of hire
• You must maintain all licensing required for your role. This includes any continuing education and/or other state-affiliated requirements for licensing renewal
• This role offers a sign on bonus of $1,000 if you have an active appraiser license or active adjuster license in TX, FL, or your resident state (current employees and candidates who have previously worked for and are seeking to be rehired at Allstate and its family of companies are not eligible for this sign-on bonus)

Allstate Benefits

Allstate cares about you and your wellbeing. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that includes pay, benefits, and programs to help you balance work with the rest of your life. You can choose whatever benefits are most important you. Here are some of our offerings:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Allstate pension plan and 401(k) savings plan
• Ayco financial coaching
• Spring Health mental and emotional wellbeing resources
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness incentives

To learn more about our benefits and programs visit

Notes:

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.

Compensation offered for this role is$54,000.00-$89,600.00 per yearand is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Good Hands. Greater Together.

As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide a competitive salary - but that's just the beginning. Our Total Rewards package also offers benefits like tuition assistance, medical and dental insurance, as well as a robust pension and 401(k). Plus, you'll have access to a wide variety of programs to help you balance your work and personal life -- including a generous paid time off policy.For a full description of Allstate's benefits, visit

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