Inside Sr. Property Adjuster (Hybrid) Job at USAA, Phoenix, AZ

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  • USAA
  • Phoenix, AZ

Job Description

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Senior Property Adjuster, you will work within established guidelines and framework to investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle complex property insurance claims presented by or against our members. You will confirm and analyze coverage, recognize liability exposure and negotiate equitable settlements in compliance with all state regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong virtual estimating skills for moderate to large severity losses and/or reconcile estimates while working in a telephone concentrated environment without physical inspection of loss.

This hybrid role requires an individual to be in the office 3 days per week . This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Colorado Springs, CO, and Phoenix, AZ. Typical work schedules are 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (local time) Monday to Friday and may include some weekends . The Inside Sr. Property Adjuster role is a call center environment with a high volume of calls. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with paid overtime available. We have new training classes starting every month.

Relocation assistance is not available.

What you'll do:
  • Proactively manages assigned claims caseload comprised of claims with moderate complexity damages that require commensurate knowledge and understanding of claims coverage.
  • Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate moderate complexity claims resolution. May also involve external regulatory coordination to ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.
  • Investigates claim damages by conducting research from various sources, including the insured, third parties, and external resources. May identify and resolve potential discrepancies and identifies subrogation potential resulting from unusual characteristics.
  • Identifies coverage concerns, reviews prior loss history, determines and creates Special Investigation Unit (SIU) referrals, when appropriate. Determines coverage through analyzing investigation information involving moderate complexity policy terms and contingencies.
  • Determines and negotiates moderate complexity claims settlement. Develops recommendations and collaborates with management for determining settlement amounts outside of authority limits and accurately manages claims outcomes.
  • Maintains accurate, thorough, and current claim file documentation throughout the claims process.
  • Applies proficient knowledge of estimating technology platforms and virtual inspection tools; Utilizes platforms and tools to prepare claims estimates to manage moderate complexity property insurance claims.
  • Applies working knowledge of industry standards of inspection, damage mitigation and restoration techniques.
  • Serves as an informal resource for team members.
  • Recognizes and addresses jurisdictional challenges such as applicable legislation and construction considerations.
  • Supports workload surges and catastrophe (CAT) response operations as needed, including mandatory on-call dates and potential evening, weekend, and/or holiday work outside normal work hours.
  • May be assigned CAT deployment travel with minimal notice during designated CATs.
  • Works various types of claims, including ones of higher complexity, and may be assigned additional work outside normal duties as needed.
  • Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.
What you have:
  • High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
  • 2 years relevant property adjusting and/or claims adjusting experience handling moderately complex claims or construction related industry/insurance experience.
  • Developing knowledge of residential construction.
  • Working knowledge of estimating losses using Xactimate or similar tools and platforms.
  • Demonstrated negotiation, investigation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Working knowledge of property claims contracts and interpretation of case law and state laws and regulations.
  • Proficient in prioritizing and multi-tasking, including navigating through multiple business applications.
  • May need to travel up to 50% of the year (local & non-local) and/or work catastrophe duty when needed.
  • Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.
What sets you apart:
  • US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner
  • Experience desk adjusting property claims involving DWG, APS and ALE using virtual technologies such as ClaimsXperience
  • Experience handling large loss complex claims (i.e., vandalism, malicious mischief, foreclosures, earth movement, collapse, liability, etc.)
  • Insurance industry designations such as AINS, CPCU, AIC, SCLA (or actively pursuing)
  • Xactimate Level 1 and/or Level 2 certification
  • Currently hold an active Adjuster License
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience in a call center environment
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

What we offer:

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. The salary range for this position is: $63,590 - $114,450 .

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Remote job, Relocation package, Afternoon shift, 3 days per week, Monday to Friday,

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