Property Adjuster I

Erie Insurance Group

Property Adjuster managing property claims for Erie Insurance. Exercise discretion and handle claims within designated authority while servicing assigned territories.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $56,367 - $90,040 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in property claims handling, including conducting investigations, evaluating coverage, and managing claims within designated authority. Proficient in documentation, negotiation, and maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Claims Handling ExperienceProperty Claims EvaluationNegotiation SkillsTechnical Learning Center TrainingAIC 33 and AIC 35 Certification

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Hard Skills

Claims InvestigationCoverage EvaluationDamage InspectionClaims DocumentationSubrogation IdentificationReserve SettingPayment DeterminationLitigated Claims HandlingEstimating PracticesCatastrophe Duty

Soft Skills

Independent JudgmentCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

AIC 33AIC 35Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Property ClaimsPolicyholder InteractionClaims ClosureInsurance Industry StandardsCatastrophe Team Participation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Exercises independent discretion or judgment in handling property claims within designated level of authority.
Responsible for servicing assigned territory and may handle litigated claims.
Contacts Policyholders regarding property claims within level of authority.
Conducts investigations, interviews insureds and witnesses, inspects damage and prepares estimates.
Evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage of claims.
Handles property claims within designated authority.
Sets and maintains adequate reserves.
Obtains and reviews reports, statements, records and related materials as required.
Evaluates information to determine coverage and total value of claim.
Determines payments and issues checks or declines payment as required.
Documents claim files and submits final report to file for closure.
Identifies subrogation situations and initiates appropriate action.
Services assigned territory and brings assigned claims to conclusion.
Interacts with Agents and district sales managers on matters of mutual concern.
Handles property claims involving damages or coverage.
May handle litigated claims, including negotiating with plaintiff attorney, or coordinates litigation with defense counsel as required.
Develops and applies a working knowledge of estimating practices and procedures relating to the adjustment of property claims.
Attends industry-related training programs and attends other training sessions to stay current on policy changes, interpretation or new legislation.
Successfully completes Technical Learning Center Training within one year of hire date.
Participates on Catastrophe Team when required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED and two years of claims handling experience, or equivalent required; or High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of ERIE sponsored formal education; or Bachelor’s Degree required.
Incumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company.
Position requires incumbent to serve on catastrophe duty, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.
Willingness to pursue and complete Technical Learning Center Training required.
Successful completion of AIC 33 and AIC 35 preferred.
Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.
Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums.
Pension.
401(k) with up to 4% contribution match.
Paid time off.
Career development.
Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.