Experienced Field Auto Damage Adjuster – Fort Lee, NJ

Job Summary

As a Field Auto Damage Adjuster, you will play a crucial role in our auto claims handling process by writing estimates directly at customer homes, repair shops, or tow yards. Your job will involve a variety of customer and shop interactions, including face-to-face, virtual, and written communication, as you assess and finalize estimates. With a diverse range of workstreams, including repairable estimates, total loss assessments, and virtual inspections, you will enjoy a dynamic and engaging work environment. 

Key Responsibilities

The Customer Service Expert 

• You will live into Allstate’s Claims Culture by caring, empowering, and restoring, and you will accomplish that by being compassionate, clear, and a committed partner in each claim. You lead with empathy, always

 
The Investigator

• You will confidently and independently investigate claims by performing detailed reviews of damage and interpreting policies to determine coverage 

 
The Effective Communicator

• You will use phone, emails and sometimes even video chat with customers to help them through a fast, fair, and easy claims process. You’ll also incorporate a specific approach to claim handling to offer the customer their preference of communication to efficiently discuss their claim needs and keep them updated on the claim progress

 
The Negotiator

• You will evaluate and negotiate claims settlements with customers, vendors, third party carriers and claimants, in accordance with all legal and business standard methodologies. With negotiations, you will incorporate tactics in handling challenging and complex situations

 
The Problem Solver

• You will utilize multiple tools to get the job done in a fast-paced environment, including estimate tools, job aids, and additional settlement platforms, all while using your sharp critical thinking skills

 
The Recorder

• You will protect the company financially by executing policies along policy agreements, and you keep a clear record of your work in a claims system that you will be trained on. You’ll accomplish this by ensuring timely and accurate documentation is completed as you work on each claim

Work Location

• This position is a field-based role. To be eligible for this role, you must be located in or near the following locations: Fort Lee, NJ
• This position is eligible for a monthly internet stipend of $80 to offset the costs of internet expenses
• Company car may be provided

Notice of Licensing Requirement

• As a condition of employment, you may be expected to obtain an adjuster’s license in multiple markets
• All required licenses will need to be obtained within 60 days of hire
• You must maintain all licensing required for your role. This includes any continuing education and/or other state-affiliated requirements for licensing renewal
• This role offers a sign on bonus of $1,000 if you have an active appraiser license or active adjuster license in TX, FL, or your resident state (current employees and candidates who have previously worked for and are seeking to be rehired at Allstate and its family of companies are not eligible for this sign-on bonus)

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED or higher
• Minimum 18 months of experience writing auto damage estimates
• Proficiency using auto estimating programs such as CCC One, Audatex, and Mitchell
• Valid drivers license

Functional Skills

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with customers
• Strong attention to detail and ability to write precise and comprehensive estimates
• Comfortable with utilizing technology and various platforms for claims processing
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to manage multiple assignments effectively

Allstate Benefits

Allstate cares about you and your wellbeing. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that includes pay, benefits, and programs to help you balance work with the rest of your life. You can choose whatever benefits are most important you. Here are some of our offerings: 

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Allstate pension plan and 401(k) savings plan
• Ayco financial coaching 
• Spring Health mental and emotional wellbeing resources
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption reimbursement 
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Wellness incentives
• Allstate Foundation donation match and grant opportunities

To learn more about our benefits and programs visit AllstateGoodLife.com