Claim Specialist - Property Field Inspection

State Farm State Farm · Insurance · Dayton, OH · Claims and Investigation

State Farm is hiring a Property Field Inspection Claim Specialist to handle accident and weather-related claims for homeowners and commercial properties. The role involves conducting on-site inspections, estimating damages, explaining coverage, and guiding policyholders through the claims process. Responsibilities include investigating and adjusting claims up to $500,000, evaluating coverage, negotiating settlements, and ensuring compliance with 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.

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 Field Inspection Claim Specialist experience
  • Property claims experience
  • Knowledge of property insurance policies and coverage
  • Knowledge of claim handling practices
  • Knowledge of residential and commercial building construction
  • Familiarity with local regulations
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to handle difficult/emotional conversations
  • Ability to assess damages
  • Ability to estimate repair costs
  • Ability to negotiate settlements
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Proficient in claims management software
  • Physical agility for inspections (lifting, carrying, climbing ladders, navigating roofs, crawling in tight spaces)
  • Valid driver's license

Nice to have

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

What the JD emphasized

  • property claims
  • property insurance policies
  • local regulations
  • claims management software
  • physical agility
  • valid driver's license