Field Claims Specialist II, Property (Baltimore County, MD)-$2500 Sign on Bonus

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

A $2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS will be given to all external candidates hired into this role. Half of the bonus will be paid after 3 months of employment and the remainder will be paid after 9 months of employment.

The selected individual must reside in the respective territory:

Territory: This role covers the Baltimore, MD area

Ideal Candidate Locations: The ideal candidate will live in Baltimore County, Carroll County, Baltimore City, or Harford County

This is a work-from-home position with day travel to policy locations (on average 3-4 days a week) via company vehicle (personal use, gas and maintenance included). Claims inspections will include onsite and virtual inspection. Depending on claim volume, this role may also support additional territories in a desk adjuster capacity.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates who reside more than 50 miles outside of the territory. 

Qualifications:

·         3-5 years of insurance field/property claims handling or adjusting experience

·         Solid experience/proficiency with Xactimate

·         Solid experience writing own estimates and handling claims start to finish

·         Construction background/experience - Residential, Roofing, Remodeling, Water mitigation, etc

·         Strong customer service competency

·         Strong written & verbal communication skills

PLEASE NOTE that CAT duty is a requirement of this role

Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, Company-paid Pension plan, Paid time off and more.

(Internal Use Only) Compensation Grade: E3

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Job Description Summary

No two property claims are ever the same and each customer has unique needs. Our team thrives on providing the very best service and building lasting, successful relationships with our customers. If you are confident, curious, driven to learn and grow, and have a desire to help people when they most need it, we want to know more about you!

As a Field Claims Specialist, you'll investigate and resolve moderate to severe property damage claims by phone and face-to-face.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Handles all assigned claims promptly and effectively, with little to no direction and oversight. Makes decisions within delegated authority as outlined in company policies and procedures.

• Determines proper policy coverages and applies appropriate claims practices to resolve cases in alignment with company guidelines.

• Opens, closes and a