Claim Specialist - Property Field Inspection

State Farm State Farm · Insurance · Durango, CO · Claims and Investigation

State Farm is hiring a Property Field Inspection Claim Specialist in Durango, Colorado. This role involves conducting on-site inspections of property damages, explaining coverage, estimating damages, and guiding policyholders through the claims process. Responsibilities include investigating and adjusting personal and commercial property claims up to $500,000, evaluating coverage, negotiating settlements, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The position requires physical agility for inspections and a valid driver's license. Experience in property claims and knowledge of construction and insurance policies are essential. The role offers a competitive salary range and benefits.

What you'd actually do

  1. Conduct on-site inspections and assessments of property damages for both residential and commercial claims
  2. Collaborate with policyholders, insurance agents, and other involved parties to gather information and resolve claims efficiently
  3. Provide exceptional customer service throughout the claims process, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally
  4. Gather necessary evidence, document findings, and prepare detailed reports to support the claims handling process
  5. Investigate and adjust both personal and commercial property claims with exposures up to $500,000

Skills

Required

  • Property claims experience
  • Knowledge of property insurance policies
  • Knowledge of residential and commercial building construction
  • Familiarity with local regulations
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to assess damages and estimate repair costs
  • Negotiation skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Organizational and analytical skills
  • Proficiency in claims management software
  • Physical agility for inspections
  • Valid driver's license

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Experience in handling complex or high-value claims
  • Construction background
  • Water mitigation inspection experience
  • Xactimate
  • XactContents

What the JD emphasized

  • Experience as a Property Field Inspection Claim Specialist in the insurance industry, specifically in property claims
  • Strong knowledge of property insurance policies, coverage and claim handling practices
  • Familiarity with local regulations and compliance requirements in your assigned territory
  • Physical agility to allow for: frequent lifting, carrying and climbing a ladder; ability to navigate roofs at various heights for inspection of both residential and commercial structures; ability to crawl in tight spaces
  • A valid driver's license is required