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Job Description
A day in the life of an Assess Repairability (Total Loss) Adjuster, and what it takes to do the job:
As an Assess Repairability (Total Loss) Adjuster, you will play a critical role in our claims handling process, focusing on determining the repairability or total loss of vehicles. Operating from your home office, you will spend the majority of your time adjusting auto damage claims remotely. Your responsibilities will involve reviewing moderate to complex vehicle damages, preparing estimates and valuations, assessing vehicle conditions, determining salvage valuations, and engaging in negotiation and settlement processes with our valued customers and/or claimants.
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Job Summary:
Allstate Benefits:
Being a part of Allstate means you receive a benefits package from Day 1 of employment. This includes time off, healthcare, retirement, and more. That is why as an Allstater you'll enjoy a Total Rewards package that includes:
- Competitive pay with needed support for continuous development and career advancement.
- Flexibility in scheduling and a time off policy that helps support your work/life balance.
- Initial and ongoing training to get you proficient in your new role
- Comprehensive benefits like a 401K/pension, education reimbursement, and programs to help you balance work with the rest of your life. Visit www.allstategoodlife.com to learn more.
You'll wear a few hats to fill a few roles throughout your day that all require a level of experience:
- 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 auto property damage claim. You lead with empathy, always.
- The Investigator: You'll confidently and independently investigate auto property damage claims by conducting detailed reviews of damage. You will also identify appropriate options, conditions, and unrelated prior damages that apply to your total loss evaluation. Your final determination will help you reach a fair and reasonable settlement with our customers.
- The Effective Communicator: You'll use phone, emails and sometimes even video chat with shops and customers to help them through a fast, fair, and easy claims process. Researches and responds to complex customer communications, concerns, conflicts, or issues. Developing and maintaining partnerships with shops and storage yards will require you to apply your learned knowledge and communication skills.
- The Negotiator: In accordance with all legal and business standards methodologies, you will evaluate and negotiate claims and repair or total loss processes with customer, shops, and storage yards. During negotiations, you will incorporate tactics to handle challenging and complex situations.
- The Problem Solver: Your sharp critical thinking skills will be put to use in a fast-paced environment as you work with multiple tools, including estimating platforms, analysis reports, and standard processes. Using your well-honed communication skills, you'll be able to adhere to industry standards and company best practices, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must have 12 months or more of Auto Collision estimating in CCC One, Audatex, or Mitchell
- Previous experience in total loss adjustment or a related field is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in using estimating software and valuation tools for virtual assessments.
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate moderate to complex vehicle damages effectively.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills to interact with customers and stakeholders remotely.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently in a virtual work environment.
- Detail-oriented and organized, with a commitment to delivering accurate and timely results.
- This position is not available for California, Alaska, and Hawaii residents.
- Candidates must live in Central or Eastern time zones.
Notice of Licensing Requirement:
- As a condition of employment, your office/area may require you to obtain an adjuster and/or an appraiser license. If applicable, you will be required to secure license(s) within 60 days of hire.
- If required, the Hiring Manager will work with you along with the Centralized Licensing team to ensure that you are properly licensed.
Compensation Data
Sign-On Bonus: You may be eligible for a $1,000 Licensing Sign-On Bonus if you have the applicable active licenses needed for this role. This could include Home Resident Property & Casualty License, Designated Home State (DHS) Florida or Texas License, and/or applicable Appraiser License.
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.
Skills
Auto Collision, CCC ONE, Insurance Claims, Property Damage, Property Damage Claims, Virtual Work
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $47,440 - 81,903 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation, which includes a drug screen.
Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.®
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