Field Auto Appraiser/Estimator I - Lower Hudson Valley

Division or Field Office:

New York Branch Office

Department of Position: Claims Department

Work from:

Home in New York Salary Range:

$60,464.00 - $96,586.00 *

salary range is for this level and may vary based on actual level of role hired for

• This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.

At Erie Insurance, you're not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you're also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia.

Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics

We strive to be Above all in Service to our customers-and to our employees. That's why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.

• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees' monthly premium costs.

• Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.

• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.

• Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.

• Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.

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.

Position Summary

Appraises material damage claims and total losses as received by assignment. Negotiates settlement of claims and disposes of salvage within authority.

• The candidate ideally will live in Lower Hudson Valley territory which includes Rockland, Westchester, and Bronx County, NY and service that area and surrounding territories.

• The Hiring Manager will also consider candidates for Field Auto Appraiser/Estimator II. Level of position offered will be based upon the depth and breadth of selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

• Successful candidate must have a New York State Independent Appraisers License.

• A company car will be provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

Makes arrangements with repair shops, Policyholders or claimants to inspect vehicles. Photographs damaged areas and writes estimates on all claims when necessary. Determines rental needs and controls costs according to company guidelines.

Negotiates with repair shops on cost of repairs. Establishes value and settles total losses. Handles disposal of salvage within authority.

Distinguishes cause of damage for appropriate policy coverage.

Issues settlement checks and keeps appropriate records.

Establishes rapport with Agents and claims adjusters.

Contacts Policyholders and claimants regarding complaints stemming from original adjustment.

Attends appropriate training sessions.

Handles all material damage claims as assigned.

At the request of Underwriting, evaluates antique and classic cars for coverage value.

The first five duties listed are the functions identified as essential to the job. Essential functions are those job duties that must be performed in order for the job to be accomplished.

Competencies

Values Diversity

Self-Development

Nimble Learning

Collaborates

Customer Focus

Information Management Skills

Cultivates Innovation

Optimizes Work Processes

Job-Specific Knowledge

Instills Trust

Ensures Accountability

Decision Quality

Qualifications

High school diploma, or GED, required.

Two years of experience in body shop, general claims handling OR completion of formal ERIE training program, required.

Completion of General Insurance program preferred. Incumbent must live in territory assigned unless a change is approved by the company.

Position requires the incumbent to serve on the catastrophe duty, which may include travel on short notice to other locations for periods in excess of two consecutive weeks.

Willingness to obtain and maintain any required licenses.

Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Occasional (<20%)

Lifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Occasional (<20%)

Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Occasional (<20%)

Driving; Frequent (50-80%)

Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Frequent (50-80%)

Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Often (20-50%)

Climbing/accessing heights; Rarely

Nearest Major Market: Utica