Auto Specialty Virtual Assist Adjuster - Remote

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. 

Job Description

A day in the life of an Auto Specialty Virtual Assist Adjuster, and what it takes to do the job!

As an Auto Specialty Virtual Assist Adjuster, you will enjoy the flexibility of working from your home daily. Your primary responsibility will be to work within our Virtual Assist application, where you will play a pivotal role in reviewing, writing estimates, supplements, and total losses on our insured's or claimant's specialty vehicles such as recreational, commercial, and construction vehicles. Utilizing advanced technology, you will conduct inspections remotely by analyzing photos and live videos.

You’ll wear a few hats to fill a few roles throughout your day that all require a level of experience.

The Customer Service Expert– you’ll 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 Casualty claim. You lead with empathy, always. 
 
The Investigator– you’ll confidently and independently investigate casualty (and applicable LOB (line of business)) claims by performing detailed reviews of damage and interpreting policies to determine coverage. 
 
The Effective Communicator– you’ll 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’ll 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’ll 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. 

Preferred Qualifications:

•    This is not an entry level position. Candidates must have 18+ months of experience writing auto collision estimates using auto estimating programs such as CCC One, Audatex, or Mitchell. 

•   Specialty vehicle estimating experience is preferred
•   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.

Notice of Licensing Requirement:
•   As a condition of employment, your office/area may require you to obtain an adjuster and/or an appraiser license. If applicable, you will be required to secure license(s) within 60 days of hire.
•   If required, the Hiring Manager will work with you along with the Centralized Licensing team to ensure that you are properly licensed.

Sign On Bonus:
You may be eligible for a $1,000 Licensing Sign on Bonus if you have the applicable active licenses needed for this role. This could include Home Resident Property & Casualty License, Designated Home State (DHS) Florida or Texas License, and/or applicable Appraiser License.

*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.*

Allstate Benefits:
Being a part of Allstate means you receive a benefits package from Day 1 of employment. This includes time off, healthcare, retirement, and more. That is why as an Allstater, you’ll enjoy a Total Rewards package that includes:

•    Competitive pay with needed support for continuous development and career advancement.
•    Flexibility in scheduling and a time off policy that helps support your work/life balance.
•    Initial and ongoing training to get you proficient in your new role
•    Comprehensive benefits like a 401K/pension, education reimbursement, and programs to help you balance work with the rest of your life. Visit www.allstategoodlife.com to learn more.

Notes:
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this job. Please note, you may be required to attend 1-week of training that will take place in Wheeling, IL.

This position is not available for Puerto Rico, California, Alaska, and Hawaii residents.

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Skills

Auto Estimating, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Results-Oriented, Time Management

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $47,440.00 - 81,902.50 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.  

You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. 

Good Hands. Greater Together.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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