General Adjuster
Company: Sedgwick
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 26, 2022
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Job Description:
**The 'Apply with SEEK' option will be utilized for
International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply
to you please use the 'Apply' option.**General AdjusterIF YOU CARE,
THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HEREFor a career path that is both
challenging and rewarding, join Sedgwick's talented team of 27,000
colleagues around the globe. Sedgwick is a leading provider of
technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business
solutions. Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we
do. Millions of people and organizations count on Sedgwick each
year to take care of their needs when they face a major life event
or something unexpected happens. Whether they have a workplace
injury, suffer property or financial loss or damage from a natural
or manmade disaster, are involved in an auto or other type of
accident, or need time away from work for the birth of a child or
another medical situation, we are here to provide compassionate
care and expert guidance. Our clients depend on our talented
colleagues to take care of their most valuable assets-their
employees, their customers and their property. At Sedgwick, caring
counts -. Join our team of creative and caring people of all
backgrounds, and help us make a difference in the lives of
others.**PRIMARY PURPOSE** : To handle losses and claims for
property and casualty insurers.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and
RESPONSIBILITIES**+ Examines insurance policies and other records
to determine insurance coverage.+ Interviews, telephones, and/or
corresponds with claimant and witnesses regarding claim.+ Consults
police and hospital records and inspects property damage to
determine extent of company's liability and varying methods of
investigation according to type of insurance.+ Estimates cost of
repair, replacement, or compensation.+ Prepares report of findings
and negotiates settlement with claimant.+ Recommends litigation by
legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.+ Attends
litigation hearings.+ Revises case reserves in assigned claims
files to cover probable costs.+ Assists in preparing loss
experience report to help determine profitability and calculates
adequate future rates.+ \#LI-JM1**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and
RESPONSIBILITIES**+ Performs other duties as assigned.+ Supports
the organization's quality program(s).+ Travels as
required.**QUALIFICATIONS****Education & Licensing**Bachelor's
degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Obtain
IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months. Appropriate state
adjuster license is required.**Experience**None.**Skills &
Knowledge**+ Strong oral and written communication, including
presentation skills+ PC literate, including Microsoft Office
products+ Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting+ Strong
customer service skills+ Strong interpersonal skills+ Attention to
detail and accuracy+ Good time management and organizational
skills+ Ability to work independently or in a team environment+
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies**WORK
ENVIRONMENT**When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be
given to reasonable accommodations.**Mental** : Clear and
conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion;
ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple
priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet
deadlines**Physical** :+ Must be able to stand and/or walk for long
periods of time.+ Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.+ Must be
able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.+ Have
the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working
overhead+ Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds+ Be able to
push/pull up to 100 pounds+ Be able to drive up to 4 hours per
day.+ Must have continual use of manual
dexterity.**Auditory/Visual** : Hearing, vision and talking**NOTE**
: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit
check, is required for this position.The statements contained in
this document are intended to describe the general nature and level
of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this
description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive
list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains
the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at
any time.Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free
Workplace.
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